The Cooperative Commonwealth

The Cooperative Commonwealth: An Exposition Of Socialism (1890) is a book written by Laurence Gronlund that seeks to explain the principles of socialism and how they can be applied to create a more just and equitable society. The author argues that capitalism is inherently flawed and that socialism offers a better alternative that can provide for the needs of all people. He explores the idea of a cooperative commonwealth, where resources are owned collectively and distributed according to need, rather than being controlled by a small group of wealthy individuals. Gronlund also discusses the role of the state in a socialist society, arguing that it should be used to promote the common good and ensure that everyone has access to basic necessities like food, shelter, and healthcare. The book is a seminal work in the history of socialist thought and remains relevant today as a critique of capitalism and a call for a more just and equitable society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.