Grip (magazine)

Grip was a short-lived American literary and political magazine published in New York City in 1882. Founded by Voltairine de Cleyre and Dyer Lum, it was intended to be a platform for anarchist and free-thought ideas.

Grip aimed to promote individual liberty, oppose all forms of coercion and authority, and advocate for social reform through voluntary association and mutual aid. The magazine featured articles, essays, poetry, and news items related to anarchist theory, labor movements, and contemporary social issues.

Despite its ambitious goals and the involvement of prominent anarchist thinkers, Grip struggled to gain a wide readership and faced financial difficulties. It ceased publication after only a few issues. However, it remains a notable example of anarchist publishing efforts in the late 19th century United States and provides insights into the intellectual and activist landscape of the period. Its limited run makes surviving copies quite rare.