The Everything Guide to Understanding Socialism: The Political, Social, and Economic Concepts Behind This Complex Theory

Toler, Pamela

ISBN 10: 1440512779 / ISBN 13: 9781440512773

Published by Adams Media Corp, 2011

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304 pages. 9.21x8.00x0.69 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Everything Guide to Understanding Socialism: The Political, Social, and Economic Concepts Behind This Complex Theory
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1440512779
• ISBN 13: 9781440512773
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.55 kilograms

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Synopsis

The word 'socialism' has exploded in modern society, and is a hot issue in the political world. Despite its sudden infamy, socialism's complex history stretches back nearly three centuries. This informative and impartial guide takes the reader through socialism's origins to its modern day interpretations, discussing: modern socialism's 18th century beginnings; types of socialism; basic constructs and beliefs; socialism in Eastern Europe and America; and, modern-day misconceptions. Featuring an unbiased and comprehensive view of this controversial theory, "The Everything Guide to Understanding Socialism" is the ultimate resource for readers who want to learn more about this age-old concept turned modern-day political firestorm.

About the Author

Pamela D. Toler holds a PhD in history from the University of Chicago. She taught courses on history and social and political thought in the University of Chicago's Complete Gargoyle program. Pamela contributed more than sixty history-related essays to Publications International's Daily Dose of History and Daily Dose of Knowledge, including pieces on Adam Smith, John Stuart Mill, the gold standard, theCommunist Manifesto, utilitarianism, and Nehru's socialism. Her work is regularly published in nationally distributed magazines specializing in history and culture, includingAmerican History, History, and Calliope, a world history magazine for children. She is the author ofThe Causes of the War of 1812 for OTTN's highly regarded Road to War series. Pamela is a member of the World History Association.