Marx and Marxism

Discover the profound influence of Karl Marx and the relevance of Marxism in contemporary discussions on capitalism and social justice. This BRAND NEW B-format paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2018 (ISBN: 9780141983486), delves into the rich tapestry of Marx's thought and its impact over the years. In over 544 pages, historian Gregory Claeys explores essential questions: What does Marxism really signify in today’s world? How did one man's revolutionary ideas reshape political landscapes? Why should we revisit his teachings now amidst rising social inequality and recurring financial crises?

As we confront injustices in our modern society, this insightful account illuminates Marx's critique of capitalism and offers a vision for a more equitable future. With clarity, Claeys discusses the evolution of Marx’s ideas from the Russian Revolution to current times, highlighting their enduring significance. Let this compelling narrative guide you through Marx's life and the ongoing relevance of Marxism in tackling today’s pressing issues. This essential read is perfect for students, scholars, and anyone interested in socialism, economics, and political theory.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141983486
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 544


Description:
What does Marxism really mean?
How did one man's ideas have such an influence on the world?
Why should we read him today?

Karl Marx remains the most influential and controversial political thinker in history. The movements associated with his name have lent hope to many victims of tyranny and aggression but have also proven disastrous in practice and resulted in the unnecessary deaths of millions. If after the collapse of the Soviet Union his reputation seemed utterly eclipsed, a new generation is reading and discovering Marx in the wake of the recurrent financial crises, growing social inequality and an increasing sense of the injustice and destructiveness of capitalism. Both his critique of capitalism and his vision of the future speak across the centuries to our times, even if the questions he poses are more difficult to answer than ever.

In this wide-ranging account, Gregory Claeys, one of Britain's leading historians of socialism, considers Marx's ideas and their development through the Russian Revolution to the present, showing why Marx and Marxism still matter today.

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