Pluto Press

Pluto Press is a British independent book publisher founded in London in 1969. It is recognized as one of the oldest radical publishing houses in the UK, established during a time of significant political activism. The press focuses on producing books that engage with radical social and cultural thought, particularly in the realms of sociology, politics, history, cultural studies, economics, and geography.

The company is committed to independence and publishes works by influential thinkers and activists, including Karl Marx, Noam Chomsky, and bell hooks. In addition to traditional publishing, Pluto Press operates the Left Book Club, a subscription service that delivers progressive literature to readers. Owned by the Pluto Educational Trust, the press continues to support critical dialogue and social change, targeting academics, activists, students, and politically engaged individuals worldwide.