Publisher's Synopsis
Russell proposes that political principles should be founded on values that best serve the person to achieve the greatest life possible. He elaborates on the obstacles posed by his country's existing economic structure and the uneven distribution of wealth. He argues that an economic system's goals, which he lists as "productivity and security," are worthy of consideration. Monopolies and their destructive effects are a target of his criticism. After critiquing capitalism, Russell turns his attention to socialism and the correlation between power and money. From there, he moves on to talk about national independence and internationalism after discussing individual liberty and governmental control. He concludes by saying that he thinks the biggest issue in the world can only be solved if people learn to love each other and all of humanity more.
