Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

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Bhaskar Sunkara asks what the future might hold for socialism by taking us back to its revolutionary roots. He makes a compelling case that "a socialist society would emerge only after a decisive rupture with capitalism. At its core, to be a socialist is to assert the moral worth of every person, no matter who they are, where they're from, or what they did." This is an immersive read that opens your eyes to the inherent inequalities of the current political and social structures and the need to re-imagine a better future devoid of "oppression rooted in race, gender, sexuality and more."

I feel like this is a too optimistic view of socialism and paints only a positive picture, and doesn't show both sides of the argument. It makes socialism sound like a utopia. While I agree with some points, the first few sections make socialism sound utopic.

However, the problems of capitalism are acknowledged quite well, and it paints a bleak picture if the American society continues with capitalism.

I think this is a great resource for patrons looking to learn more of the history behind a very misunderstood political culture.

A detailed history of the socialist movement in America and around the world. A lot of interesting things to learn.