Communism is a political idea based on sharing wealth and removing social class. But how does this work in action?
This fascinating title looks at communism, its history, and its place in the world today. It compares communism past with communism present and explores the key figures that put the revolutionary political system on the world stage. Discover the theoretical ideas behind communism, how it works in action, and the countries in the world in which the political system has taken hold.
Clear explanatory text examines how the political system works in practice along with the theological ideas behind it. Detailed sidebars set out case studies that explore communism and ask readers critical-thinking questions to help develop your own thoughts about the political system. The history of communism is explored and contrasted with communism today. Biographical features explain how political thinkers and activists created the ideology of communism and brought it into a reality in the world.
