The Intellectuals And Socialism (1949) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162558059 : 1162558059 : 31 Aug 2010 : The Intellectuals and Socialism is a non-fiction book written by the Austrian-British economist and philosopher Friedrich A. Hayek. First published in 1949, the book explores the relationship between intellectuals and socialism, and the impact of their ideas on society.Hayek argues that intellectuals, who he defines as individuals who are primarily concerned with the creation and dissemination of ideas, have played a significant role in the rise of socialism. He contends that intellectuals are often drawn to socialism because it offers a vision of a more just and equal society, and because it allows them to exercise their intellectual prowess in the pursuit of social change.However, Hayek also argues that the socialist ideas propagated by intellectuals are often flawed and impractical, and that their implementation can lead to unintended consequences and even social and economic d