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ashfrxns's review
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
é uma introdução bem boazinha ao tema do socialismo/comunismo pra quem nunca leu nada e só ouviu falar (como eu), mas não pra alguém que nunca viu nada sobre sistemas políticos na vida.
acho que ter lido em espanhol dificultou um pouco o entendimento e a concentração mas nada que um dicionário e ler o mesmo parágrafo duas vezes não resolvesse. recomendo muito!!
acho que ter lido em espanhol dificultou um pouco o entendimento e a concentração mas nada que um dicionário e ler o mesmo parágrafo duas vezes não resolvesse. recomendo muito!!
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yahyaelkinani's review against another edition
5.0
Einstein who was a socialist and an admirer of socialist movements and leaders such as Lenin wrote within this essay his reasoning for the pursuit of a socialist society instead of a capitalist one. The arguments he gives are well elaborated and make great sense. Someone who has a relative understanding of the current state of human society and a good level of empathy (as Einstein kind of stated in the essay as well) will be able to relate to this work much more clearly.
tinch0's review against another edition
4.0
Rápida lectura, la disfruté y también aprendí ciertas cuestiones básicas del socialismo.
robotswithpersonality's review
Just a world-renowned theoretical physicist taking a few moments to lay down clear, concise, (depressingly relatable to the modern reader) reasoning in 1949 for why the current (western?) societal obsession with the individual and the evils of capitalism are proof that society, economy and government needs a change, and the best way forward is socialism. The article is appropriately titled 'Why Socialism?' not How Socialism? , so it ends by acknowledging some of the challenges to implementing socialism, but after reading it, it seems all the more obvious that this change would be worth the effort.
andredias's review
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informative
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2.0
"Why Socialism?" by Albert Einstein disappoints with its lack of concrete proposals and practical insights, presenting an idealized vision of socialism that feels disconnected from the realities of political and economic systems. While Einstein is undoubtedly a brilliant physicist, his foray into political and economic theory demonstrates a certain naivety and oversimplification.
The essay fails to provide a clear roadmap for implementing socialism and navigating the complexities of human behavior within such a system. Einstein's emphasis on the moral and ethical aspects of socialism seems detached from the practical challenges involved in its realization. The absence of specific policy recommendations and practical strategies weakens the essay's impact and leaves readers with little more than a vague endorsement of socialist ideals.
Moreover, Einstein's romanticized view of socialism overlooks historical examples and potential pitfalls, ignoring the nuances of real-world implementations. The lack of a critical examination of failed socialist experiments and the challenges faced by socialist nations diminishes the credibility of his arguments.
In essence, "Why Socialism?" lacks the depth and pragmatic insights needed to make a compelling case for its vision. Einstein's well-intentioned advocacy for socialism feels more like an expression of personal ideals than a comprehensive and actionable plan for societal transformation.