''German Socialism and Ferdinand Lassalle: A Biographical History of German Socialistic Movements During This Century'' is a book written by William Harbutt Dawson. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the German socialist movement during the 19th century, with a particular focus on the life and contributions of Ferdinand Lassalle. The book begins by providing an overview of the political and economic climate in Germany during the 19th century, and how this gave rise to the socialist movement. It then delves into the life of Ferdinand Lassalle, a prominent figure in the movement who played a significant role in shaping its direction and ideology. The book examines Lassalle’s early life, education, and political views, as well as his involvement in various socialist organizations and movements. It also explores his relationship with other key figures in the movement, such as Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, and the debates and disagreements that arose between them. Throughout the book, Dawson provides a detailed account of the various factions and ideologies within the German socialist movement, and how they evolved over time. He also discusses the broader social and political context in which the movement operated, including the impact of industrialization, urbanization, and the rise of nationalism. Overall, ''German Socialism and Ferdinand Lassalle'' provides a fascinating insight into the history of the German socialist movement during the 19th century, and the role played by one of its most influential figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of socialism, political theory, or the social and economic history of Germany.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.