The A B C of Socialism, (Including the A B C of Economics) (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

I. G. Savoy

9780267624409: The A B C of Socialism, (Including the A B C of Economics) (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267624409 ISBN 13: 9780267624409

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Understanding socialism in plain words that speak to daily life.

This concise primer explains how modern economy really works and how socialism, not individuals, shapes work, wages, and production. It speaks directly to working people who want clear answers about why lives are hard and how a new system could change that.

The book lays out the differences between production and distribution, shows how value is created by labor, and examines why wages don’t always keep up with the cost of living. It uses accessible language to connect big ideas with everyday experience, helping readers see how economic forces affect jobs, prices, and wages without relying on jargon or hype.

How labor power and surplus value influence wages and prices
Why organized labor has shaped wage negotiations and what limits exist
How capitalism and social needs interact, and what socialism aims to change
What a practical approach to social change could look like for workers

Ideal for readers curious about the roots of economic inequality and the everyday realities of work, this edition promises straightforward explanations and a steady, evidence-based path to understanding socialism and its goals.

If you’re seeking a clear, no-nonsense introduction that connects history, economics, and workers’ lived experience, this edition is for you. It speaks to those who want to think their way through both the problems and the possible solutions.

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