02195cam a22003373u 4500 33741 UtSlPG 20260610133753.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20021421 UtSlPG en iso639-1 HB Tawney, R. H. (Richard Henry), 1880-1962 The Acquisitive Society Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-09-16 Produced by Al Haines "The Acquisitive Society" by R. H. Tawney is a critical sociopolitical text written in the early 20th century. The book examines the implications of a society structured around the principles of individual rights and economic acquisition, arguing that such an organization can lead to social and moral decay. Tawney explores the separation of property from function, underscoring the need for a social framework that emphasizes communal obligations rather than mere profit. The opening of the text delves into the mindset of English society, which is described as practically energetic yet lacking in theoretical reflection. Tawney emphasizes the importance of assessing the moral basis of economic activities, positing that societies must re-evaluate their values and institutions, especially in times of crisis. He warns against a blind adherence to the status quo, promoting the idea that the rights of individuals must align with their responsibilities to the community, and that productive functions should take precedence over mere wealth acquisition. Overall, the early sections establish a foundation for the book's broader critique of materialism and individualism in the wake of industrialization. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Social problems Economics Industries https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33741 74587 74587