Essay on Catholicism, Liberalism, and Socialism: Considered in Their Fundamental Principles

Essay on Catholicism, Liberalism, and Socialism: Considered in Their Fundamental Principles
By Donoso Cortés (1800–1853)

First published in 1851, this prophetic work by Donoso Cortés remains one of the most brilliant and penetrating examinations of the relationship between faith, society, and politics. At the urging of his friend, the great French apologist Louis Veuillot, Cortés set out to demonstrate the futility of purely human systems of philosophy—whether liberal or socialist—in addressing the ultimate destiny of mankind.

With astonishing foresight, Cortés anticipated the rise of atheistic ideologies in the modern world, warning of the corrosive effects of the French Revolution and predicting the spread of errors from Russia that would undermine faith, order, and society. He exposes how, when divorced from the Catholic Church, political and philosophical systems inevitably lead to disorder and ruin.

Why This Book Matters Today

• Shows the absolute dependence of human civilization on the Catholic Church for true order and salvation
• Explains the impotence of liberalism and socialism to solve the fundamental problems of man
• Offers a timeless Catholic vision for restoring society and defending Western Christian civilization

Edition Details

• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand new
• Product #: 63282

A timely and profound work for our own age, Cortés’ Essay on Catholicism, Liberalism, and Socialism is essential reading for anyone concerned with the cultural and spiritual crisis of the modern West.