""Revolution by Reason"" is a significant exploration of economic reform within the context of early 20th-century British socialism. Written by John Strachey, this work provides a comprehensive account and analysis of the financial proposals presented by Oswald Mosley at the 33rd Independent Labour Party Conference. The text grapples with the pressing economic challenges of the post-war era, seeking a systematic path to socialist transformation through strategic monetary intervention and state-led planning rather than violent upheaval.
Strachey articulates a vision where the state takes a proactive role in managing credit and purchasing power to alleviate poverty and stimulate industrial production. The work reflects the intellectual ferment within the Labour movement during the 1920s, offering deep insights into the evolving theories of economic management that would influence political discourse for decades. For readers interested in political history, economic theory, or the development of British social democracy, ""Revolution by Reason"" serves as an essential primary document, illustrating the effort to apply rational, reasoned planning to the complex financial machinery of a modern industrial nation.
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John Strachey Imprint: Tradd Street Press Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 372g ISBN:9781025956459 ISBN 10: 1025956451 Pages: 262 Publication Date:14 February 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
