
The - Unpopular Review
Vol. II, No. 3 July-September, 1914
Unsocial Investments
A Stubborn Relic of Feudalism
An Experiment in Syndicalism
Labor: “True Demand” and Immigrant Supply - A Restatement of the Economic Aspects of Immigration Policy
The Way to Flatland
The Disfranchisement of Property
Railway Junctions
Minor Uses of the Middling Rich
A lively assortment of early‑twentieth‑century essays, this volume tackles the heated debates of its day with a sharp, skeptical eye. From a trenchant critique of “new social conscience” that pits labor against capital to examinations of syndicalism, property rights, and the moral logic of collective responsibility, the pieces weave together politics, economics, and cultural commentary. The writer’s style is dense yet accessible, inviting listeners to weigh competing arguments about class, profit, and the notion of justice itself.
Interspersed with lighter forays—ranging from musings on hypnotism and dreams to the quirky “Way to Flatland”—the collection maintains a cohesive thread of questioning prevailing progressive doctrines. Though rooted in 1914, the essays resonate with contemporary concerns about wealth distribution and the ethics of blame. Listeners will find a thought‑provoking mix of historical perspective and timeless reflection, perfect for anyone curious about the foundations of modern social theory.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (433K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Bill Tozier, Barbara Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
2005-05-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
This collection brings together writing from more than one contributor, so there isn’t a single author story to tell. The focus is on the range of voices in the work itself.
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