With the rise of the global protestor—from Arab Spring to the Occupy movement—the term "anarchist" has been littered throughout mainstream media as never before. But just as frequently, its definition is skewed or left wanting: anarchists are painted as nihilists, supporters of chaos, or even terrorists. In Order without Power, an informative primer, Normand Baillargeon thoroughly defines anarchism and recounts its long history. With sharp examples and concise, lively language, Baillargeon unpacks this political theory's vibrant heart: anti-authoritarianism, or the rational and conscious refusal of any form of illegitimate authority and power.