Our decision to republish these works in non-print media and compile these often rare intellectual contents in unique collections such as “Historical Socialism and Social History, originally written in the 18th, 19th & early 20th Centuries” is motivated in our understanding, that Socialism – like Christianity, Nationalism, Philosophy, Science, Psychology, Capitalism , the pursuit of freedom, Fraternity and  Equality in front of the laws etc. – has shaped the people and Societies in the so-called Western World.

Our collection features works about Socialist theory, Labour movements especially in Germany, but also in Russia and France. Furthermore contentrs about Labourer’s Cultural Movements, Women’s movements, Trade Unions, Cooperatives, Political Parties.

The included titles shed light on Germany’s political evolution during the 19th and early 20th centuries, with coverage of reforms and industrialization. Particularly valuable in our collections are historical documents that highlight the experiences of labourers, including involvements of women in Proletarian movements. These documents comprise handbooks, letters, and diaries from working-class individuals.

These comprehensive collections provides extensive insights into the development and diversity of such movements that have worked toward social justice, improved working conditions, and equality. We have chosen to preserve this material in non-print media for both today users and future generations. Also because  the physical originals face ongoing risks—mainly because they were seldom archived in libraries and – if so – their poor-quality paper and aggressive ink make them especially vulnerable to deterioration.

Introduction: In this page, these English texts are for reference; most of the titles mentioned here are in German. Foreign titles appear as German translations. Bibliographic records follow international University Library Standards, with titles and related data elements primarily in German. Texts and information are typically presented in their original language as per standard practice.

Electronic Bibliographic records are available

Notes:
We have attempted to locate information on the possible authorship of the individual works. Should an authorship error occur, please contact us.
* Information is subject to change at any time and without notice.
** “Title” means “bibliographic unit”, i.e., one title contains the content of at least one “physical” printed volume. However, depending on the original work, “title” can also contain contents of two or more ‘physical’ original books and / or journals or Periodicals.
*** The short titles listed in examples, are listed in the electronic bibliographical data with partly extensive long titles, related to its original wording.

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last update: 30th June 2026