Karl Marx
The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Bonaparte
- ISBN 13:
- 9788027308323
- author:
- Karl Marx
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- E-Artnow
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 70
- Genre:
- Politics Political Science Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Napoleon is an essay by Karl Marx that explores two significant events in French history. Written in 1852, the essay examines the French coup of 1851, in which Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte seized dictatorial powers, and the Coup of 18 Brumaire, which saw Napoleon Bonaparte seize power in revolutionary France in 1799. By comparing these two events, Marx sheds light on his materialist conception of history.
This essay showcases Marx's expertise as a social and political historian, offering a unique perspective on the events that shaped 19th-century France. Through his analysis, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and the underlying forces that drove these events.
Published in 2020, The Eighteenth Brumaire of Louis Napoleon is a valuable contribution to the field of historical analysis, offering insights into the complexities of French politics and society during this period.