Forgings Of The New: Studies In Socialism (1907)

By Franklin H. Wentworth

Book Overview

Forgings of the New: Studies in Socialism is a book written by Franklin Harcourt Wentworth and published in 1907. The book is a collection of essays that explore the principles and practices of socialism, a political ideology that advocates for the collective ownership and control of the means of production and distribution of goods and services. The essays cover a range of topics related to socialism, including the history of the movement, the challenges of implementing socialist policies, and the potential benefits of a socialist society. Wentworth also examines the role of the individual in a socialist system, arguing that personal freedom and autonomy are not necessarily incompatible with collective ownership and control. Throughout the book, Wentworth presents a nuanced and thoughtful analysis of socialism, drawing on a range of historical and contemporary examples to illustrate his points. He acknowledges the criticisms and challenges facing the socialist movement, while also highlighting its potential to create a more equitable and just society. Overall, Forgings of the New: Studies in Socialism is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important political ideologies of the modern era. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles and practices of socialism, as well as the challenges and opportunities facing socialist movements today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165336669
• ISBN13: 9781165336661
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"