02281cam a22003373u 4500 73997 UtSlPG 20260610134719.0 m cr n 260607r20241909utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HX Kirkup, Thomas, 1844-1912 A history of socialism Fourth edition, revised and enlarged Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-07-09 Sean, an independent e-book maker in Canada (ttd ali at yahoo com) "A History of Socialism" by Thomas Kirkup is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the evolution of socialist thought and movements, tracing their developments across various countries, particularly focusing on figures such as Karl Marx, Robert Owen, and Saint-Simon. It critically evaluates socialism's history, principles, and the significant influence it has exerted on modern society. The opening of the work provides a comprehensive introduction to socialism, clarifying its complex and often contentious nature. Kirkup outlines the need for a thorough understanding of the movement, which has shifted perceptions and has become a potent force around the globe. He discusses the historical roots of the term "socialism," dating back to early 19th-century England and France, and highlights the fundamental aim of socialism: to rectify the economic and social inequalities caused by capitalism. Kirkup sets out the intention of his book as both a presentation of socialism's historical phases and an interpretation of its role within society, encouraging readers to approach the subject with an open mind. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: Adam and Charles Black, 1909 Socialism -- History Communism -- History https://archive.org/details/ost-history-historyofsoci4ed00kirkuoft https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73997 114722 114722