Evolutionary Socialism: A Criticism And Affirmation (1911) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166518646)

Evolutionary Socialism: A Criticism And Affirmation is a book written by Eduard Bernstein in 1911. The book is a critique of traditional Marxist theory and an affirmation of a more moderate, evolutionary approach to socialism. Bernstein argues that the traditional Marxist view of a violent revolution overthrowing capitalism is unrealistic and that socialism can be achieved through gradual reform and democratic means. He also criticizes the idea of a centralized socialist state and advocates for a decentralized, democratic socialism. The book was controversial at the time of its publication and sparked a debate within the socialist movement. It remains an important work in the history of socialist thought and a key text in the development of democratic socialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Eduard Bernstein,Edith C. Harvey
ISBN-10: 1166518647
ISBN-13: 9781166518646
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d