The Socialist Imperative - by Michael A Lebowitz (Paperback)

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of socialism and how it can be transformed into a system that truly fulfills human potential.

Michael Lebowitz, a renowned Marxist thinker, provides a comprehensive analysis of major issues in socialist thought from the 19th century to the 21st century.

He explores the interconnectedness of production and human development, arguing that socialism must be animated by a central vision of social ownership, social production organized by workers, and the satisfaction of communal needs and purposes.

Through a detailed examination of Marx's Critique of the Gotha Programme and the experiences of the Soviet Union and Venezuela, Lebowitz offers a nuanced understanding of how to build socialism in the 21st century.

His arguments are thought-provoking and repay careful reading and reflection, making this book an essential resource for anyone seeking to transform their circumstances and fulfill their human potential.