Capital: The Process of Capitalist Production

Capital: The Process of Capitalist Production

by Karl Marx
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 17/11/2023

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In "Capital: The Process of Capitalist Production," Karl Marx presents a profound analysis of the capitalist economy through a meticulous exploration of production, labor, and value. Employing a dialectical methodology, Marx dissects the complex relationships between commodities, capital, and labor, revealing the underlying social dynamics that drive exploitation and economic disparity. His literary style intertwines a rigorous scientific analysis with passionate critique, situating the work within the broader context of the Industrial Revolution and rising class struggles in 19th-century Europe. Marx's theories not only challenge the economic status quo but also impart a historical framework that continues to inform contemporary debates about capitalism. Karl Marx, a philosopher, economist, and revolutionary socialist, was deeply influenced by the socio-economic turmoil of his time. His engagement with Hegelian philosophy and critical theory, combined with his firsthand observations of industrial labor conditions, fueled his commitment to understanding and overthrowing capitalist structures. Through personal experiences and historical contexts, Marx sought to illuminate the oppressive mechanisms of capitalism, thereby inspiring generations of thinkers and activists. "Capital" is essential reading for anyone seeking a critical understanding of economic systems and their societal implications. It is not merely an academic text; it is a clarion call for awareness and action against the injustices of capitalism. By engaging with this seminal work, readers will gain invaluable insights into the perpetuation of class struggle and the urgent need for systemic change.

ISBN:
8596547669371
8596547669371
Category:
Economics
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
17-11-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Karl Marx

Karl Marx was born in the German city of Trier in 1818. He studied law in Bonn and Berlin at his father's insistence, but his true interests lay elsewhere and, in 1841, he received a doctorate in philosophy from the University of Jena.

For the next two years he wrote for radical left-wing newspapers before moving to Paris with his wife, Jenny; there he became a communist and met his lifelong friend and collaborator, Friedrich Engels.

They published their revolutionary pamphlet, The Communist Manifesto, in 1848 and Marx moved to London a year later. He spent the rest of his life there - often in considerable poverty - while he wrote his magnum opus of political theory, Das Kapital. Karl Marx died in 1883.

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