The Soul Of Man Under Socialism

The Soul of Man Under Socialism is a political essay written by Oscar Wilde in 1891. In it, Wilde argues that socialism is the only way to achieve individual freedom and happiness. He criticizes capitalism and its emphasis on material wealth, arguing that it leads to a society in which people are judged solely by their economic status. Instead, Wilde advocates for a socialist society in which people are free to pursue their passions and creativity without the constraints of money and class. He also discusses the role of art in society and how it can be used to inspire social change. The essay is a passionate and thought-provoking argument for a more just and equitable society.Under Socialism all this will, of course, be altered. There will be no people living in fetid dens and fetid rags, and bringing up unhealthy, hungerpinched children in the midst of impossible and absolutely repulsive surroundings. The security of society will not depend, as it does now, on the state of the weather. If a frost comes we shall not have a hundred thousand men out of work, tramping about the streets in a state of disgusting misery, or whining to their neighbours for alms, or crowding round the doors of loathsome shelters to try and secure a hunch of bread and a night's unclean lodging.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.