Left Book Club
UK's leading not-for-profit book subscription for radical writing.
Last updated September 2, 2026
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Overview
Left Book Club is a UK-based not-for-profit book subscription service that curates radical books on politics, economics, society & culture. It was originally founded in 1936 by Victor Gollancz and relaunched in 2015. The club offers monthly or bi-monthly book deliveries, reading groups, and online courses.
History
The Left Book Club was originally founded in 1936 by British publisher Victor Gollancz. The current version was launched in 2015. The club celebrated its 90th anniversary in the current year, and it was widely credited with playing a part in Labour's landslide victory in 1945 and the creation of the welfare state.
Products and positioning
UK's leading not-for-profit book subscription for radical writing.
Book subscription
Monthly or bi-monthly delivery of selected radical books.
Reading groups
In-person or online reading groups.
Academy courses
Online courses for members.
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