Utopia Audiobook

Description

More sets the stage with a philosophical discussion in Antwerp, where he meets Hythloday, who recounts his travels and observations of various governments. Hythloday describes the island of Utopia, where the citizens share property, abolish money, and elect officials based on merit. Their six-hour workdays, emphasis on education, and absence of private wealth create a balanced and efficient society. More presents these details with a tone of skepticism, inviting readers to question whether such a system could function in reality.

The book critiques European practices such as capital punishment for theft, the enclosure of land, and the abuse of power by the ruling classes. While Utopia offers an idealized alternative, it also highlights the tension between theory and practice, idealism and pragmatism. More doesn’t endorse the Utopian model outright but uses it to provoke debate about reform and the moral responsibilities of governments and individuals. His blend of satire, political theory, and social commentary continues to inspire discussions about the nature of an ideal society.