Socialism: Promise Or Menace?

By John A. Ryan and Morris Hillquit

Book Overview

Socialism: Promise Or Menace? is a book written by Morris Hillquit, a prominent American socialist and labor leader, in 1914. The book examines the ideology of socialism and its potential impact on society. Hillquit discusses the history of socialism, its principles, and its proponents, including Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. He also addresses common criticisms of socialism, such as its alleged impracticality and its potential to stifle individual freedom. Hillquit argues that socialism has the potential to bring about a more just and equitable society, but also acknowledges the challenges and complexities involved in implementing it. The book provides a comprehensive overview of socialism and its potential as a political and economic system, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theory of socialism.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: 1430489359
• ISBN13: 9781430489351
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"