The search for a just society is an ancient one. It recurs throughout history, undeterred by cynicism or past failure. In recent centuries attempts to achieve a better society have become more frequent. A crescendo was reached in the nineteenth century and has continued ever since. How nice would it be to live in a just society! This book embarks on such a search, tracing the efforts to move toward a greater social, political and economic quality from ancient times through the 20th century.