Patterson, Thomas C.
Karl Marx, Anthropologist
- ISBN 13:
- 9781845205119
- author:
- Patterson, Thomas C.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury 3PL
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- Anthropologists
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Karl Marx, Anthropologist by Thomas C. Patterson explores the enduring relevance of Marx's anthropological thought in the 21st century. A key figure in the development of modern thought, Marx's work has undergone a significant reassessment in recent years, and this book provides a comprehensive guide to his anthropological ideas. Marx's anthropology is characterized by a nuanced understanding of human sociality, where individuals simultaneously satisfy and forge their needs within the context of historically particular social relations. This book assesses key concepts, including the differences between class-based and classless societies, and the roles of exploitation, alienation, and domination in shaping social individuals. By examining Marx's anthropological thought, this book offers a fresh perspective on the ongoing importance of his ideas for contemporary social science and cultural studies.
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