I count myself fortunate in having had a hand in bringing this remarkable and invaluable volume into existence. Quite incidentally in my book Poverty I made an estimate of the number of underfed children in New York City. If our experts or our general reading public had been at all familiar with the subject, my estimate would probably have passed without comment, and, in any case, it would not have been considered unreasonable. But the public did not seem to realize that this was merely an...

About five years ago I was honored by an invitation to join with a well-known American capitalist and certain other men and women in an attempt to bring about the termination of the great World War. The manufacturer in question believed that it was possible to "get the boys out of the trenches by Christmas," and to that end organized an expedition which is now remembered chiefly for the bellicosity and belligerency of many of the "pacifists" who journeyed to Europe upon the "Peace Ship." I...

The reason for the changed attitude of the public toward the Socialist movement and the Socialist ideal lies in the growth of the movement itself. There are many who would change the order of this proposition and say that the growth of the Socialist movement is a result of the changed attitude of the public mind toward it. In a sense, both views are right. Obviously, if the public mind had not revised its judgments somewhat, we should not have attained our present strength and development;...

For almost a full century Russia has been the theater of a great revolutionary movement. In the light of Russian history we read with cynical amusement that in 1848, when all Europe was in a revolutionary ferment, a German economist confidently predicted that revolutionary agitation could not live in the peculiar soil of Russian civilization. August Franz von Haxthausen was in many respects a competent and even a profound student of Russian politics, but he was wrong in his belief that the...

The pale, yellow light of the waning day streamed through the dusty window panes of the little cigar shop, and across the bench where old Hans Fritzsche worked and hummed the melody of Der Freiheit the while. The Young Comrade who sat in the corner upon a three-legged stool seemed not to hear the humming. His eyes were fixed upon a large photograph of a man which hung in a massive oak frame above the bench where Old Hans rolled cigars into shape. The photograph was old and faded, and the w...

Children at Work: 4 Classic Books on Child Labor is an evocative anthology that delves into the profound and multifaceted issue of child labor through a classic lens. These collected works explore the grim realities faced by working children, evocatively blending narrative, analysis, and historical documentation to challenge and inform. While each piece stands alone in its literary and stylistic identity, collectively, they form a compelling mosaic that transcends mere storytelling to prov...

An Insightful Exploration of Social Pathologies: A 15-Book Collection offers a captivating journey through the multifaceted world of social pathologies, reflecting a broad spectrum of literary stylesâ€"from investigative journalism to poignant narratives. This anthology traverses pivotal themes such as poverty, crime, and urban decay, providing a comprehensive lens into the societal ailments of past and present. The diversity of styles not only engages the reader intellectually but also de...

The Communist Collection: 14 Insightful Books presents a robust tapestry of revolutionary thought, dissecting the varied interpretations and adaptations of communist ideology through history. Engaging with Marxist underpinnings while exploring anarchist, utopian, and socialist narratives, this anthology delivers a panoramic view of political philosophy and praxis. The breadth of literary styles â€" from treatises to historical analyses, manifestos to speculative fiction â€" allows readers ...

In "The Bitter Cry of the Children," John Spargo offers a poignant examination of child labor in early 20th-century America, juxtaposing the grim experiences of young workers with the burgeoning labor rights movement. Through vivid descriptions and compelling testimonies, Spargo employs a journalistic style that appeals to both emotional and rational sensibilities. His meticulous research serves to contextualize the moral outrage against child exploitation, illuminating the often-overlooke...

The Bolsheviki are in control of Russia. Never, at any time since their usurpation of power in November, 1917, have Lenin and Trotsky and their associates been so free from organized internal opposition as they are now, after a lapse of more than two and a quarter years. This is the central fact in the Russian problem. While it is true that Bolshevist rule is obviously tottering toward its fall, it is equally true that the anti-Bolshevist forces of Russia have been scattered like chaff bef...

In "Bolshevism: The Enemy of Political and Industrial Democracy," John Spargo presents a critical examination of Bolshevism and its impact on democratic structures and industrial relations in the early 20th century. Written in an incisive and polemical style, this work reflects the tumultuous atmosphere following the Russian Revolution. Spargo employs a blend of political theory and historical context to elucidate the fundamental principles of Bolshevism and its inherent contradictions, ar...

In "The Greatest Failure in All History," John Spargo presents a compelling analysis of the socio-political and economic factors that culminated in the Great War, contextualizing the catastrophic impacts of World War I within a broader historical framework. Spargo's literary style is both incisive and accessible, utilizing vivid imagery and poignant anecdotes to portray the human suffering associated with political neglect. Through detailed examination of the era's ideologies and failures ...