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The Social Philosophy of Rodbertus is a book written by Edward Carter Kersey Gonner in 1899. The book is focused on the social and economic theories of Johann Karl Rodbertus, a German economist and socialist who lived in the 19th century. Gonner's book provides a comprehensive analysis of Rodbertus' ideas, including his critiques of capitalism, his proposals for social reform, and his views on the role of the state in economic affairs.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of Rodbertus' philosophy. The first chapter provides an overview of Rodbertus' life and work, while the second chapter explores his critiques of classical political economy. The third chapter delves into Rodbertus' theory of economic exploitation, and the fourth chapter discusses his proposals for economic reform.In the fifth chapter, Gonner examines Rodbertus' views on the role of the state in economic affairs, including his advocacy for state ownership of land and his belief in the importance of state intervention in the economy. The sixth chapter focuses on Rodbertus' ideas about the relationship between democracy and socialism, while the final chapter explores his legacy and influence on later socialist thinkers.Overall, The Social Philosophy of Rodbertus provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the ideas of one of the most important socialist thinkers of the 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of socialist thought or the development of economic theory.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.