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Why Not Socialism?,Used
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A compelling case for why it's time for socialismIs socialism desirable? Is it even possible? In this concise book, one of the world's leading political philosophers presents with clarity and wit a compelling moral case for socialism and argues that the obstacles in its way are exaggerated.There are times, G. A. Cohen notes, when we all behave like socialists. On a camping trip, for example, campers wouldn't dream of charging each other to use a soccer ball or for fish that they happened to catch. Campers do not give merely to get, but relate to each other in a spirit of equality and community. Would such socialist norms be desirable across society as a whole? Why not? Whole societies may differ from camping trips, but it is still attractive when people treat each other with the equal regard that such trips exhibit.But, however desirable it may be, many claim that socialism is impossible. Cohen writes that the biggest obstacle to socialism isn't, as often argued, intractable human selfishnessit's rather the lack of obvious means to harness the human generosity that is there. Lacking those means, we rely on the market. But there are many ways of confining the sway of the market: there are desirable changes that can move us toward a socialist society in which, to quote Albert Einstein, humanity has 'overcome and advanced beyond the predatory stage of human development.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main argument presented in 'Why Not Socialism?' A: 'Why Not Socialism?' presents a moral case for socialism, arguing that the obstacles to its implementation are often exaggerated. The author, G. A. Cohen, advocates for the idea that humans can act with generosity and equality, illustrating this with examples from social interactions during camping trips.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Why Not Socialism?' A: The author of 'Why Not Socialism?' is Gerald A. Cohen, a prominent political philosopher known for his work on political theory and social justice.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Why Not Socialism?' A: 'Why Not Socialism?' was published on September 13, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does 'Why Not Socialism?' have? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' contains 96 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Why Not Socialism?' have? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Why Not Socialism?' suitable for readers unfamiliar with socialism? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' is written in a concise manner, making it accessible to readers who may not be familiar with socialism while still providing a deep philosophical argument.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes in 'Why Not Socialism?' include the feasibility of socialism, human generosity, the critique of market reliance, and the moral implications of social egalitarianism.
- Q: What edition of 'Why Not Socialism?' is available? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' is available in its first edition.
- Q: What category does 'Why Not Socialism?' fall under? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' is categorized under Income Inequality.
- Q: What condition is 'Why Not Socialism?' in? A: 'Why Not Socialism?' is in new condition.