The Servile State - Including Bonus Title: Socialism and the Servile State

Book excerpt: The Servile State is Hilaire Belloc's fascinating description of the economic history of England. This book gives a brief overview of the rise of capitalism and the viability of its alternatives, distributism and collectivism. Written over 100 years ago, this book is still highly relevant especially in light of the recent growth of the buy local/eat local movement. A must read for anyone looking to expand their view of economic theory beyond the basic right vs. left.As an added bonus, this edition also contains a interesting and relevant debate that took place prior to the original publication of The Servile State.