Publisher's Synopsis
The Meaning of National Guilds is a book written by Maurice Benington Reckitt and published in 1918. The book explores the concept of National Guilds, which was a proposed economic system that aimed to replace capitalism and socialism. National Guilds were based on the idea of organizing workers into guilds, which would be responsible for the production and distribution of goods and services. The guilds would be self-governing and would work together to create a cooperative economy that would benefit all members of society. Reckitt's book provides a detailed analysis of the National Guilds system, including its history, philosophy, and practical implications. He argues that National Guilds would provide a more just and equitable economic system than capitalism or socialism, as it would empower workers and eliminate the exploitation of labor. Reckitt also explores the role of the state in the National Guilds system, arguing that it should play a minimal role and allow the guilds to govern themselves. Overall, The Meaning of National Guilds is an important historical text that provides insight into a proposed economic system that was influential in the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in economic theory, political philosophy, or the history of labor movements.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.
