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Georg Lukacs

History and Class Consciousness

History and Class Consciousness

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Georg Lukács' 1923 book, History and Class Consciousness, was a major influence on Marxist debates. This centenary edition includes essays on orthodox Marxism, legality, Rosa Luxemburg, historic Marxism, and proletariat consciousness, by key philosophers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It is considered a cornerstone of contemporary thought.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 07 November 2023
Publisher: Verso Books


History and Class Consciousness, a seminal work by Georg Lukács, was published in Germany in 1923. This profound and influential text received both high praise and passionate criticism, exerting a significant impact on subsequent Marxist debates. It introduced groundbreaking concepts such as totality, reification, and imputed class consciousness, which reshaped the understanding of Marxist theory. To commemorate the centenary of this groundbreaking publication, a new preface by Michael Löwy has been included in this edition. The book comprises a collection of essays that delve into various topics, including the definition of orthodox Marxism, the question of legality and illegality, Rosa Luxemburg's role as a Marxist, the evolving function of historic Marxism, and the substantiation and consciousness of the proletariat.

This classic work has had a profound influence on numerous influential philosophers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, including Adorno, Debord, Heidegger, Lefebvre, Merleau-Ponty, and Zizek. It is considered one of the foundational texts of contemporary thought, shaping the intellectual landscape for generations to come.

In conclusion, History and Class Consciousness by Georg Lukács is a seminal work that has left an indelible mark on the field of philosophy. Its exploration of key concepts, its influence on philosophical thought, and its enduring relevance make it a must-read for anyone interested in the study of Marxism and contemporary social theory.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 139 x 210 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804295694

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