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Slim, accessible, inexpensive, irreverent introduction to socialism by the writers of Jacobin magazineThe remarkable run of self-proclaimed “democratic socialist” Bernie Sanders for president of the United States has prompted—for the first time in decades and to the shock of many—a national conversation about socialism. A New York Times poll in late November found that a majority of Democrats had a favorable view of socialism, and in New Hampshire in February, more than half of Democratic voters under 35 told the Boston Globe they call themselves socialists. It’s unclear exactly what socialism means to this generation, but couple with the ascendancy of longtime leftwinger Jeremy Corbyn to the leadership of the Labour Party in the UK, it’s clear there’s a historic, generational shift underway.This book steps into this moment to offer a clear, accessible, informative, and irreverent guide to socialism for the uninitiated. Written by young writers from the dynamic magazine Jacobin, alongside several distinguished scholars, The ABCs of Socialism answers basic questions, including ones that many want to know but might be afraid to ask (“Doesn’t socialism always end up in dictatorship?”, “Will socialists take my Kenny Loggins records?”). Disarming and pitched to a general readership without sacrificing intellectual depth, this will be the best introduction an idea whose time seems to have come again.
Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Verso (July 12, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1784787264
ISBN-13: 978-1784787264
Product Dimensions: 4.6 x 0.5 x 10 inches
Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #118,803 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #73 in Books > Business & Money > Economics > Labor & Industrial Relations #74 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Politics & Government > Specific Topics > Labor & Industrial Relations #131 in Books > Politics & Social Sciences > Politics & Government > Ideologies & Doctrines > Communism & Socialism
I was expecting something more profound, with more explanation based on the theory applied tot reality in the actual society.I think the problem is more complicated in our present world. But I can omit that those people unfamiliar with the socialism per sei,will find enlightening information.
For the most part, I loved it, which isn't surprising since, politically speaking, I'm about two steps to the left of Karl Marx. I'm also a big picture guy, which means that, at times, I got a little bogged down in the details. Overall, a big thumbs up!Clint Ritter - Austin TX
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