The Inhumanity of Socialism by Edward F. Adams
"The Inhumanity of Socialism" by Edward F. Adams is a critical examination of socialist ideology presented through two essays, likely written in the early 20th century. The book articulates Adams's strong opposition to socialism, arguing that it undermines personal initiative and productivity in favor of a collectivist approach that he believes is fundamentally incompatible with human nature. It explores the implications of socialist policies on economic and social systems, aiming to highlight
the perceived dangers of reducing individual motivation and the risks of reducing competition in society. In the first essay, "The Case Against Socialism," Adams outlines various arguments against socialism, primarily focusing on how it may lead to decreased production and increased misery among the population. He posits that human selfishness is a vital driver of success and productivity, while socialist principles could disincentivize personal ambition and enterprise. The second essay, "A Critique of Socialism," further elaborates on these points, critiquing the foundational ideas of socialism, particularly those derived from Marxist theory. Adams insists on the necessity of capitalism, private ownership, and rent in fostering economic growth and progress. Throughout the book, he argues that while the intentions behind socialism may be commendable, its implementation would ultimately lead to greater societal and economic hardships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Adams, Edward F. (Edward Francis), 1839-1929 |
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| Title | The Inhumanity of Socialism |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Schwan, and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HX: Social sciences: Socialism, Communism, Anarchism |
| Subject | Socialism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5624 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 30, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 127 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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