socialism

An illustrated overview of socialism that describes its origins and major figures and events in its history, especially in its strains in Russia and the U.S.

Presents an introduction to socialism and communism as forms of government, and includes information on their history, major thinkers, the cold war, and the effects each one had on the world. Includes glossary and Internet links for further research.

Written in 1848 as a treatise on economic, political, and social conditions of the working class.

Authors offer differing opinions on whether socialism is harmful, whether socialism supports American values, and whether socialized medicine offers advantages.

Discusses and brings to life the reasons why the Communist Manifesto was written, how it was received by the people for whom it was written, the effect it had on society at the time, the global effects and repercussions it had, and whether it has any relevancy in the 21st century. The entire document is reproduced in the book.

Traces the history of communism through the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, and the ideas of Karl Marx, discussing how it has helped shape the history of the twentieth century.