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The question of protection or free trade in relation to the real material interests of the working class are explained in a "Discourse on Free Trade," delivered by Marx at Brussels in 1848. The portions of this speech which are of vital interest to-day are included in this pamphlet.

This is a critical examination of the dangers that beset the path of the Socialist movement. Historic parallels from critical periods in the history of the Roman Empire are applied to present day conditions, to enlighten and warn the Working Class that it may steer its movement aright. Every student of Socialism should read this pamphlet.

Written by the two foremost Socialist thinkers, the "Manifesto" is the most representative and widespread exposition of the historical basis of Socialism.

"Value, Price and Profit," which was written by Marx a couple of years before his "Capital" appeared, is an address delivered to workingmen, and covers in popular form many of the subjects later explained scientifically in "Capital." It is especially helpful as an introduction to "Capital."

—Basis of Capitalist System; Concentration of Industries; Operation of Industrial Mechanism; Real Problem Stated and how Accomplished; Revolution in Control; Structure of Industrial Union; Analysis of the Preamble of I.W.W.