Political Ideals (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)

by Bertrand Russell

Overview

This 1917 volume outlines the evolution of Russell's political thought, arguing that human dignity and creativity must be championed against the repressive forces of concentrated power, whether political, economic, or social. His four main goals are maximum production and progress, justice, keeping destitution at bay, and liberating creativity.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781411439481
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble
Publication date:	03/01/2011
Series:	Barnes & Noble Digital Library
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	182
Sales rank:	704,099
File size:	124 KB

About the Author

Bertrand Russell (1872–1970) was a seminal British philosopher, logician, essayist and social critic. Noted for his many spirited anti-war and anti-nuclear protests, Russell made significant contributions to a broad range of subjects, including political theory, education, and religious studies. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1950.