English Ethical Socialism: Thomas More to R.H. Tawney

By Norman Dennis

This book examines the tradition of ethical socialism in Britain, chronicling its successes, failures, and relevance to contemporary society. The authors focus on the work of a disparate group of writers who all championed social ideals--Thomas More, William Cobbett, L.T. Hobhouse, George Orwell, T.H. Marshall, and R.H. Tawney. By comparing and assessing their intentions, theories of society and action, senses of history, and beliefs in moral motivation as the mainspring of individual conduct and social organization, the book demonstrates that the ideas and attitudes of ethical socialism are deeply rooted in British culture.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198272847
• ISBN13: 9780198272847
• Release Date: November 1988
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.9" x 5.7"