Socialism: A Very Short Introduction - Softcover

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Newman, Michael

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9780198836421: Socialism: A Very Short Introduction
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ISBN 10: 0198836422 ISBN 13: 9780198836421
Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2020

Synopsis

What is socialism? Does it have a future, or has it become an outdated ideology in the 21st century?

This Very Short Introduction considers the major theories in socialism, and explores its historical evolution from the French Revolution to the present day. Michael Newman argues that socialism has always been a diverse doctrine, while nevertheless containing a central core of interconnected values and goals: a critique of capitalism; an optimistic view of human beings; and the belief that it is possible to establish societies based on egalitarianism, social solidarity, and co-operation. In this new edition, he draws on case studies such as Cuba, Sweden, and Bolivia, to consider attempts to implement socialism in practice, before discussing New Left challenges to conventional notions of socialism on such questions as feminism, climate change, and direct action. Rejecting the widespread view that socialism is an out-dated doctrine, Newman argues that it remains ultimately relevant in today's world.


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About the Author

Michael Newman is an Emeritus Professor at London Metropolitan University, where he was a Professor of Politics and held a Jean Monnet Personal Chair in European Studies. He currently teaches at New York University, London. Newman has published many works on socialism, Europe, peace and conflict. His most recent book is Transitional Justice: Contending with the Past (Polity Press, 2019).

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Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication date
2020
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0198836422
ISBN 13 
9780198836421
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
208
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