Problems Of Today: Wealth, Labor, Socialism (1908)

By Andrew Carnegie and Burton J. (introduction) Carnegie, Andrew; Hendrick

Book Overview

""Problems of Today: Wealth, Labor, Socialism"" is a book written by the renowned businessman and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie, in 1908. In this book, Carnegie discusses some of the most pressing issues of his time, including the growing wealth inequality, the role of labor in society, and the rise of socialism. Carnegie argues that the accumulation of wealth by a few individuals is not only morally wrong but also detrimental to society as a whole. He proposes a solution to this problem by advocating for the redistribution of wealth through philanthropy and charity. Furthermore, Carnegie delves into the relationship between labor and capital, arguing that a fair and just balance must be struck between the two for the benefit of all. He also examines the rise of socialism and critiques its principles, arguing that it is not a viable solution to the problems of his time. Overall, ""Problems of Today: Wealth, Labor, Socialism"" is a thought-provoking book that offers insights into the economic and social issues of the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of capitalism, labor relations, and the role of philanthropy in society.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: 1166973492
• ISBN13: 9781166973490
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"