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From Marx To Gramsci

A Reader in Revolutionary Marxist Politics
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In From Marx To Gramsci, Paul Le Blanc explores the evolution of Marxist thought, providing insights into the key ideas of Karl Marx and their development through figures like Antonio Gramsci. The book delves into how Marxist theories have been interpreted, adapted, and expanded over time, offering a critical analysis of their impact on political movements and contemporary society. It serves as both an introduction to Marxist philosophy and an exploration of its practical applications in the modern world.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring the evolution of Marxist thought and its adaptation over time, especially in the context of political theory. It provides insights into how key thinkers like Gramsci have expanded on Marx's ideas, offering a deeper understanding of social and political change. Perfect for those fascinated by the impact of Marxism on contemporary political discourse.

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A comprehensive course in the contributions of key figures to the Marxist tradition.

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A comprehensive primer on the key figures of the Marxist tradition. The readings collected here—of Marx, Engels, Luxemburg, Lenin, Trotsky, and Gramsci—reflect the experience of the labour, socialist, and communist movements that did so much to shape modern history.

From Marx to Gramsci aims to serve as a basic introduction through to the primary sources containing revolutionary ideas of these influential thinkers.

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From Marx to Gramsci by Paul Le Blanc is praised for consolidating insightful material essential to understanding Marxist thought, making it accessible for both students and scholars. The book is commended for its scholarly inclusions like bibliographies and biographies, alongside its focus on proletarian revolutionary practice. It serves as a vital resource for revitalising discussions of socialist practice and Marxist politics in academic and activist settings.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781608466238

Publisher: Haymarket Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 May 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Haymarket Books

Edition: 2nd Revised edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 650g

Pages: 408

About the Author

Paul Le Blanc is a professor of History at La Roche College, has written on and participated in the U.S. labor, radical and civil rights movements, and is author of such books as Marx, Lenin and the Revolutionary Experience, and Lenin and the Revolutionary Party.

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