Marx, Karl
The Economic and Philosophic Manuscripts of 1844 (Great Books in Philosophy)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780879754464
- author:
- Marx, Karl
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Prometheus Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 243
- Dimensions:
- 13.72 x 1.78 x 21.34 centimetres
- Genre:
- Economic theory & philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Karl Marx's Economic and Philosophic Manuscripts of 1844 offers a foundational insight into the human condition, exploring the impact of emerging capitalism on man's sense of self and creative potential. Written in 1844, this work was published nearly a century later, providing a powerful analysis of the effects of capitalism on human nature. Marx's theory of human nature and his analysis of capitalism's degenerative impact on society are presented in this seminal work. The author addresses key questions, including the nature of alienation and its threat to the proletariat, providing a detailed assessment of the human condition. This work serves as a precursor to Marx's Communist Manifesto, offering a unique perspective on the world and its political vocabulary. It remains a vital and thought-provoking read, shedding light on the enduring legacy of Marx's economic analysis of history.