The Socialist Manifesto

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The Case for Radical Politics in an Era of Extreme Inequality

By Bhaskar Sunkara

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The Socialist Manifesto by Bhaskar Sunkara delves into the potential of socialism as a political and economic alternative. It assesses socialism's historical evolution, its victories, and failures, and provides an insightful vision for what future socialism might achieve. The book blends narrative storytelling with a robust analysis of socialism's role and its prospects in contemporary society.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about the evolution of socialist thought and how it could be relevant in the modern world. It provides a compelling argument for socialism while also examining its historical challenges, offering insights on how it might address contemporary economic and social issues. Perfect for readers interested in political discourse and exploring alternative economic systems.

The Socialist Manifesto

From one of the most prominent voices on the American left, a galvanizing argument for why we need socialism today.

The success of Jeremy Corbyn’s left-led Labour Party and Bernie Sanders’s 2016 presidential campaign revived a political idea many had thought dead. But what, exactly, is socialism? And what would a socialist system look like today? In The Socialist Manifesto, Bhaskar Sunkara, editor of Jacobin magazine, argues that socialism offers the means to achieve economic equality, and also to fight other forms of oppression, including racism and sexism. The ultimate goal is not Soviet-style planning, but to win rights to healthcare, education, and housing and to create new democratic institutions in workplaces and communities. The book both explores socialism’s history and presents a realistic vision for its future. A primer on socialism for the 21st century, this is a book for anyone seeking an end to the vast inequities of our age.

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Bhaskar Sunkara is the founder and editor of Jacobin, which he launched in 2010 as an undergraduate at George Washington University. He has written for The New York Times, Le Monde, VICE, and The Guardian. Sunkara lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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Bhaskar Sunkara's The Socialist Manifesto receives praise for being accessible, engaging, and a powerful guide to the history and potential of socialism. Critics highlight Sunkara's ability to provoke important global conversations on the subject, especially in light of current economic inequalities. His work is noted for avoiding academic jargon, making a compelling moral and economic case for socialism, and inviting readers to actively participate in shaping a democratic future.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786636942

Publisher: Verso Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Verso Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

From the founder and editor of Jacobin magazine (circulation of 40,000).