100% NZ-owned | All books ship from NZ 📚

The Communist Manifesto

3.67 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 181,796 ratings, 11,663 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
The Communist Manifesto by Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx outlines the principles of communism and advocates for the overthrow of capitalist societies. It discusses class struggles, the problems inherent in capitalism, and envisions a future where the working class would rise to power, creating a classless and stateless society. This influential political text serves as a rallying call for change and critique of the existing socio-economic systems of its time.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$999
OVERNIGHT NZ-WIDE DELIVERY

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This classic political work may captivate you if you're intrigued by socio-economic theories and historical movements. It offers a compelling analysis of class struggles and critiques of capitalism, which continue to resonate in discussions about societal structure and equity.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

The Communist Manifesto

Presents Marx and Engels's revolutionary revolutionary summons to the working classes - one of the most important and influential political theories ever formulated.

The revolutionary summons to workers transformed the modern world and still shapes millions of lives today.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Little Black Classics - the new series to celebrate Penguin's 80th anniversary.

One of 80 Little Black Classics - 80 books at 80 pence each to celebrate Penguin's 80th birthday.

Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of the Penguin Classics list - from drama to poetry, from fiction to history, with books taken from around the world and across many centuries.

Beautifully designed, complete little books to be collected, shared and handed out as presents in a pick-and-mix fashion.

In the same spirit as Penguin 60s, Penguin Great Ideas and other Penguin mini series, which have between them sold many millions of copies.

The Communist Manifesto by Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx is part of this illustrious collection.

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

View all

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels is frequently reviewed as a seminal work in political theory, offering a critique of capitalism and advocating for a classless society. Critics often highlight its historical significance and influential arguments, which have sparked intense discussions and inspired numerous political movements. Readers appreciate its concise and powerful prose, but some note the complexities and challenges inherent in applying its principles in modern contexts.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141397986

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 February 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 54g

Pages: 64

Customer Reviews

Be the first to write a review
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)

About the Author

Karl Marx (1818-1883) and Friedrich Engels (1820-1895). Marx's works available in Penguin Classics are Capital, Dispatches for the New York Tribune, Early Writings, Grundrisse, The Portable Karl Marx and Revolution and War.

Also by Friedrich Engels

View all

Also by Karl Marx

View all

More from Politics & Current Affairs

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent specialist on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our cozy 200m2 warehouse in Auckland holds over 10,000 books in-stock so you're not waiting for books to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Pick Ups

Auckland Pick Ups

We're an online-only store but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.

Reviews from our customers