In other parts of the civilised world the economic problem has been longer and more scientifically discussed, and Socialist opinion has taken shape in two distinct schools, Collectivist and Anarchist.

The Fabians were formed at a time when the idea of social democracy was still in its infancy. The idea of a peaceful transition to democratic government was viewed with some suspicion. It can be ...

LSE’s foundational relationship with the Fabian Society — most prominently via founding members Beatrice and Sidney Webb — is well known. The LSE South Asia Centre, with Professor Michael Cox (who is ...