Signs of Change

"Signs of Change" by William Morris is a series of late 19th-century talks that tackle social and political problems, sharing the author's vision for a big change in society toward a fairer system. Morris speaks of a socialist future and questions the capitalist setup of the world back then. The book starts by talking about revolution versus reform, with Morris saying that real progress comes from a total change, not just tiny fixes. He talks in detail about the relationships between different social classes, what work is like, and how society is organized, looking at how fear and hope can either push people toward change or hold them back. With his lecture style, he looks at ideas of being held down, the wastefulness of capitalism, and the need for workers to come together and realize their power to make society fair and balanced.