An Inquiry Into Socialism (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Thomas Kirkup

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330635167 ISBN 13 : 9781330635162

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Rethinking Socialism offers practical paths to cooperative industry and fair distribution.

This book explains how rational socialism can grow from existing movements and from local, public, and cooperative action to empower workers and communities.

In clear terms, it contrasts the current economy with a future where industry is carried on by associated workers with a shared capital, aiming for equity and mercy in distribution. It traces how the co‑operative movement has grown, and how states, municipalities, and local institutions can help or hinder social progress without relying on rigid formulas.

The work argues that the best changes come from free initiative, gradual reform, and practical experiments in co‑operation, land reform, and public ownership where useful. It discusses how education, public services, and local governance can broaden the space for association and improve living standards.

• Grasp the aims of a rational, cooperative form of industry and distribution.
• See how the co‑operative movement has emerged from earlier socialist ideas and modern practice.
• Learn how local and national institutions can support peaceful, gradual reform.
• Explore practical approaches to land, property, and public utilities within a cooperative framework.

Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful, historical, and practical look at how socialism might operate in everyday economy and governance.

A propos du livre

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330635167
• ISBN 13: 9781330635162
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 230
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