Richard T. Ely's Critique of Capitalism [electronic resource] /
Bradizza, L.author.
This book examines the work and thought of Richard T. Ely in light of his rejection of capitalism and view toward individualism. It concludes that there are real problems with Ely's theories and the principles of Progressivism, and addresses the implications of this for current American political thought.
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Cover; Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; 1 Ely's Progressive Individualism; 2 Ely's "General Welfare" Theory of Property: Theoretical Problems; 3 Ely's "General Welfare" Theory of Property: Institutional Effects; 4 Ely's View of Historical Change: Means and Ends; Conclusion; Appendix: Significant Events in the Life of Richard T. Ely; Notes; Bibliography; Index
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This book examines the work and thought of Richard T. Ely in light of his rejection of capitalism and view toward individualism. It concludes that there are real problems with Ely's theories and the principles of Progressivism, and addresses the implications of this for current American political thought.
Ely, Richard T. (Richard Theodore), 1854-1943
Political theory.
Political philosophy.
Europe-Politics and government.
Political science.
World politics.
Political Theory.
Political Philosophy.
European Politics.
Political Science.
Political History.