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Communism/ Socialism Book
Sentient Cabbage Started conversation Sep 15, 2002
Sorry for bothering the world at large, but I am looking for help finding a book that explains the differences between Communism, Socialism, Marxism and other such political systems. Can anyone help me? I would prefer if the book is not too dry, if possible with that cool dark, satirical undertones some such books are written with. Thank you!
Communism/ Socialism Book
There is only one thing worse than being Gosho, and that is not being Gosho Posted Sep 18, 2002
The only thing that springs to mind is... it might be 'The Penguin...' or maybe 'The Fontana Dictionary of Modern Thought'. Not exactly what you're looking for, but it does give short, precise definitions of Marxism, etc, and a whole lot more besides.
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the third man(temporary armistice)n strike) Posted Sep 18, 2002
'Not too dry'. You're hopeful. These people are not exactly famous for their sense of humour. Former commies make better reading. Try Paul Johnson's 'History of the Twentieth Century'. That should sort u out
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Otto Fisch ("Stop analysing Strava.... and cut your hedge") Posted Sep 18, 2002
Try xrefer.com - it's a kind of index to online encyclopaedias and reference books. It's good for brief explanations.
Otto
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