Great Philosophers:Marx

Karl Marx believed that freedom was achieved by producing without the constraints of physical necessity, and that his utopia would be a place where labor was increasingly automated, freeing individuals to pursue their own development and enjoyment. Eagleton's book combines extracts from Marx's philosophy with insightful analysis to provide a comprehensive guide to one of the world's greatest thinkers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 07 January 2021
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

When we produce, like artists, without the constraints of physical necessity, we experience a profound sense of freedom. This concept was central to Karl Marx's philosophy, where freedom meant breaking free from the bonds of commercial labor. In his captivating book, Eagleton delves into the intricate relationship between production, labor, and ownership, which formed the foundation of Marx's thought. Marx envisioned a utopia where labor would be increasingly automated, liberating individuals from the constraints of mundane tasks and allowing them to pursue the full spectrum of their human potential. In this envisioned world, the act of savoring a peach would be equally valued as the construction of dams or the production of coat hangers. Eagleton's book combines extracts from Marx's revolutionary philosophy with insightful analysis, making it an invaluable guide to one of the world's greatest thinkers. Through his work, we gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of capitalism, socialism, and the struggle for social justice.

Weight: 60g
Dimension: 110 x 178 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474616744