Tory Socialist: Robert Blatchford and Merrie England

This book looks at the life and work of Robert Blatchford, a pioneer of the British labour movement in the late nineteenth century. A highly talented journalist, he was an originator of the didactic political column and inspired a grassroots socialist movement. In 'Merrie England' he outlined his vision of a communal, cooperative, and ethical society as an alternative to competitive capitalist individualism. It eventually sold in millions around the world, and helped to inspire new generati...