This volume of the Socialist Register critically examines the political and economic landscape of the early 1980s, focusing on the challenges and transformations within socialist thought and movements.

The Socialist Register series has historically provided a platform for critical socialist analysis, and this 1981 volume continues that tradition. It is likely regarded as a valuable resource for scholars and activists interested in the theoretical and practical debates within socialism during a period of significant global political and economic shifts. The collection of essays offers diverse perspectives on the challenges facing socialist movements and the evolving nature of capitalism.