The Superstition Called Socialism (1911)

By George William von Tunzelmann

Book Overview

The Superstition Called Socialism is a book written by George William De Tunzelmann and was first published in 1911. The book is a critique of socialism as a political ideology, arguing that it is a superstition that is based on flawed reasoning and that it is a threat to individual liberty and economic prosperity.The author begins by defining socialism and outlining its historical development. He then goes on to examine the key tenets of socialist thought, such as the belief in the inevitability of class struggle, the need for collective ownership of the means of production, and the importance of central planning.Tunzelmann argues that these ideas are based on faulty assumptions about human nature and the workings of the economy. He contends that socialism ignores the importance of individual initiative and that it fails to take into account the complexity of economic systems.The author also critiques the socialist movement for its tendency towards authoritarianism and its disregard for individual rights. He argues that socialism inevitably leads to the concentration of power in the hands of a few, which is a recipe for tyranny.Overall, The Superstition Called Socialism is a passionate defense of individual liberty and free-market capitalism. It is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions about socialism and its role 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: 1166326179
• ISBN13: 9781166326173
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"