Overview

Many people now think of socialism as an outdated ideology. In this Very Short Introduction, Michael Newman seeks to contextualise it, explaining the evolution of socialist ideas from the French Revolution to the present day, and examining why past attempts to implement socialism might have failed. This fresh approach offers a unique understanding of both the theory and practice involved, and how closely the two are related. In addition to providing readers with a strong sense of socialism's relevance in today's world, the author emphasises the inevitable close ties between socialism and notions of democracy, freedom, and equality.

Full Product Details

9780192804310

Table of Contents

Reviews

well written and enjoyable to read. Giles Bentley, Socialist Review

well written and enjoyable to read. * Giles Bentley, Socialist Review *

` well written and enjoyable to read. ' Giles Bentley, Socialist Review

Author Information

Michael Newman is Professor of Politics at London Metropolitan University, where he is also Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration Studies and Director of the London European Research Centre. His previous publications include Ralph Miliband and the Politics of the New Left (Merlin Press) and Democracy, Sovereignty and the European Union (Hurst).

Tab Content 6

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

Countries Available