Karl Marx by Achille Loria
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"Karl Marx" by Achille Loria is a biographical and critical analysis written in the early 20th century. This work explores the life, thoughts, and contributions of Karl Marx, delving into his revolutionary ideas and the socio-political environment that influenced them. The book aims to provide insight into Marx's significance as a thinker and agitator against the capitalist system, highlighting the contradictions inherent in Marxist theory and its reception by subsequent generations. The
beginning of "Karl Marx" introduces the reader to Marx's aristocratic background, illustrating the paradox of a revolutionary figure emerging from a conservative milieu. Born in Treves in 1818 to a distinguished family, Marx's early life is characterized by intellectual privilege and exposure to influential social circles. However, as he matures, he becomes increasingly aware of the societal injustices around him, which fuels his rebellion against established norms. The text outlines his journey from a conventional upbringing to becoming an editor focused on social issues, ultimately leading him to Paris, where he joins a community of intellectual rebels and shapes his revolutionary philosophy alongside figures like Engels and Proudhon. The opening sets the stage for a deeper examination of Marx's ideology and the historical context in which he operated. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loria, Achille, 1857-1943 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Paul, Cedar, 1880-1972 |
| Translator | Paul, Eden, 1865-1944 |
| LoC No. | 21000881 |
| Title | Karl Marx |
| Credits |
Produced by Donald Cummings, Adrian Mastronardi, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 33.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HB: Social sciences: Economic theory, Demography |
| Subject | Socialism |
| Subject | Capitalism |
| Subject | Marx, Karl, 1818-1883 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48446 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48446-4 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 372 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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