Marx : a guide for the perplexed

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    • Seed, John
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Marx : a guide for the perplexed

John Seed

(Guides for the perplexed series)

Continuum, c2010

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 184-188) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This book provides a concise and coherent overview of Marx, ideal for undergraduates who require more than just a simple introduction to his work and thought. Covering the full range of Marx's works and ideas, introducing all the key concepts and themes in Marxism, this book is an invaluable aid to study.It is widely acknowledged that Karl Marx was one of the most original and influential thinker of modern times. His thought has inspired some of the most important political movements of the past century and still today has the power to arouse controversy today."Marx: A Guide for the Perplexed" is a clear and thorough account of Marx's thought, his major works and theories, providing an ideal guide to the important and complex ideas of this key thinker. The book introduces all the key Marxist concepts and themes and examines the ways in which they have influenced philosophical and political thought. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of Marx's thought, the book provides a cogent and reliable survey of some of the most important debates surrounding his often controversial ideas.This is the ideal companion to the study of this most influential and challenging of thinkers. "Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material.

Table of Contents

  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. A Philosophical Radical
  • 3. The Critique of Liberalism
  • 4. Humanism and Beyond
  • 5. The History of Production
  • 6. The Bourgeois Epoch
  • 7. The Future of Capitalism
  • 8. The World of Commodities
  • 9. Accumulation and Crisis
  • 10. Conclusion: Time for Revolution?
  • Chronology of key events and texts
  • Further Reading.

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  • NCID
    BB03665929
  • ISBN
    • 9780826493354
  • LCCN
    2010004491
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    London
  • Pages/Volumes
    viii, 191 p.
  • Size
    22 cm
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