Spring 2025

Socialism

From the Industrial Revolution to the Trade Union

From the Series Political Systems in Action

  • Interest Level: Grade 4 - Grade 9
  • Reading Level: Grade 7

Socialism is a political and economic system with the key aim of making society more equal. But can this political system work in action?

This fascinating title looks at socialism, its history, and its place in the world today. It compares socialism past and present and explores the best examples of socialism in world history. Discover the theoretical ideas behind the political system, how it works in action, and the countries in which it is in place.

Clear explanatory text examines how socialism works in practice along with the theological ideas behind the politics. Detailed sidebars set out case studies that explore socialism and ask readers critical-thinking questions to help develop your own thoughts about this system of political control. The history of socialist control is explored and contrasted with socialism in the world today. Biographical features showcase some of the world’s most important socialists and how they helped shape this revolutionary political system.

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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 9
Reading Level Grade 7
Genre Social Studies
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction
Copyright 2025
Publisher Cheriton Children's Books
Imprint Cheriton Children's Books
Language English
Number of Pages 48
Publication Date 2025-01-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF043000, JNF025000
Dewey 335
Dimensions 6.5 x 9
Features Accessible layouts, Author/Illustrator biography, Bibliography/further reading, Fast facts, Glossary, Index, Photo captions, Sidebars, Table of contents, and Websites