Edward Bellamy

Edward Bellamy was a 19th-century American author best known for his utopian novel, *Looking Backward* (1888), which imagined a future society transformed by social and economic reforms. In the book, America has evolved into a harmonious, socialist-like state with cooperative industries, no poverty, and equal wealth. Bellamy's ideas influenced progressive movements and inspired the formation of socialist organizations. His vision emphasized the potential for societal improvement through collective effort and planned economy, advocating for a more equitable distribution of resources and power.