Britain for the British
by OpenStories
Original author: Robert Blatchford
"Britain for the British" by Robert Blatchford is a persuasive nonfiction work written in the early 20th century. It serves as a social and political manifesto aimed at advocating for the principles of socialism, addressing the stark inequalities present in British society. The text explores the reasons behind wealth disparity, the injustices faced by the working class, and promotes socialism as the remedy for these systemic issues. The opening of the work focuses on establishing the stark contrast between the wealthy elite and the impoverished working class, emphasizing how wealth and land ownership are concentrated in the hands of a few. Blatchford critiques the current political and economic systems that perpetuate this inequality and urges readers, particularly working-class individuals like the fictional "John Smith," to reconsider their views and embrace socialism. He systematically addresses common misconceptions about socialism and presents it as a just and reasonable alternative for achieving equity and prosperity for all, inviting readers to engage with his ideas through facts and heartfelt appeals.
Britain for the British, by Robert Blatchford. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #34534.
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21 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter2,452 words
- 2.Chapter I: The Unequal Division of Wealth5,397 words
- 3.Chapter II2,397 words
- 4.Chapter III: How the Few Get Rich and Keep the Many Poor4,006 words
- 5.Chapter IV: The Brain Worker, or Inventor1,810 words
- 6.Chapter V: The Landlord's Rights and the People's Rights4,021 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Luxury and the Great Useful Employment Fraud3,878 words
- 8.Chapter VII: What Socialism Is Not2,792 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: What Socialism Is2,689 words
- 10.Chapter IX: COMPETITION v. CO-OPERATION2,218 words
- 11.Chapter X: Foreign Trade and Foreign Food1,647 words
- 12.Chapter XI: How to Keep Foreign Trade2,439 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Can Britain Feed Herself?3,051 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The Successful Man2,710 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Temperance and Thrift2,700 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Surplus Labour Mistake1,658 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Is Socialism Possible, and Will It Pay?2,159 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: The Need for a Labour Party2,466 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: Why the Old Parties Will Not Do3,204 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: To-Day's Work2,512 words
- 21.Appendix1,401 words