Industry and Civilisation

Name: Industry and Civilisation
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Cecil Delisle Burns

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Sociology; Politics & government; Macroeconomics; Economic geography

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""Industry and Civilisation"" is a profound exploration of the moral and social foundations of the industrial world. Written by Cecil Delisle Burns, this work delves into the complex relationship between the economic mechanisms of production and the broader ethical structures that sustain human society. Burns examines the psychological and sociological underpinnings of industry, arguing that economic activities are not merely technical processes but are deeply embedded in the cultural and moral life of a civilization.

The book addresses critical themes such as the motives of economic action, the relationship between the individual and the state, and the necessity of aligning industrial practice with social justice. Burns challenges a purely materialistic view of progress, advocating for a holistic understanding of how labor and capital contribute to the common good. By analyzing the motives of workers and owners alike, ""Industry and Civilisation"" seeks to define a path toward a more humane and integrated social order. This work remains a significant contribution to the fields of political philosophy and social ethics, offering timeless insights into the challenges of maintaining human values within an evolving industrial landscape.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Cecil Delisle Burns
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 399g
ISBN: 9781025738673
ISBN 10: 1025738675
Pages: 284
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active