Militarism, industry, and schooling are shown as one driving machine shaping today’s world—and this book asks what that means for our future.
It argues that the rush for efficiency has compromised character, and that war highlights how a society organized around production can redefine life itself. Through a bold critique of education, economy, and national power, the work invites readers to rethink who really benefits when the system runs on speed and profit.
This edition surveys how the factory has become the center of modern life, shaping leaders, teachers, and even religion. It questions whether competition and ownership can align with human dignity, and whether a more collaborative approach could sustain peace and growth without sacrificing freedom.
- Understand how the factory mindset affects schools, jobs, and social life.
- Explore arguments for sharing ownership and broad participation in economic success.
- See a critical look at how war mobilizes public support and tests social values.
- Consider what a just, productive society might look like beyond mere efficiency.
Ideal for readers interested in social critique, economic history, and debates over work, education, and the good life.