‘The Fabian Society proposes then to conquer by delay; to carry its programmes, not by a hasty rush, but through the slower but, as it thinks, surer methods of patient discussion, exposition, and political action of those who are absolutely convinced in their own minds.’

The Fabian Society is a British socialist organisation that has the purpose of establishing a democratic socialist state in Great Britain through gradualist and reformist efforts instead of socialist revolution. This collection of essays is a comprehensive overview of the goals and philosophy of the Fabian Society. The members of the society that contributed to this volume were some of the most important intellectuals and luminaries of early 20th century Britain.