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Is Socialism Sound?
Hardcover
General Political ScienceGeneral SociologyBritish History
ISBN13: 9781024658026
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 158
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Is Socialism Sound? presents the verbatim report of a vibrant four-night debate between Annie Besant and G. W. Foote, held at the Hall of Science in London in February 1887. This historical document captures a pivotal moment in the discourse surrounding socialism, showcasing a clash of ideas between two prominent figures of the late 19th century. Besant, a Fabian socialist and women's rights advocate, and Foote, a secularist and freethinker, engage in a rigorous examination of the principles, practicality, and moral implications of socialism.
This record provides valuable insights into the intellectual landscape of the era, offering a window into the arguments for and against socialism as they were understood and debated at the time. Readers interested in political theory, the history of socialism, and the art of public debate will find this book a compelling and informative resource.
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