Rudolf Hilferding: What Do We Still Have to Learn from His Legacy?

This book revisits Hilferding's influential work, Finance Capital, from a methodological point of view, affirming his place in the Marxist tradition and critiquing incumbent approaches in economics. It also includes new material on his economic journalism, debates in Poland, and Eugene Vargas' perspective. The book aims to explore Hilferding's central ideas on the political economy, its historical context, and its relation to Marx, making it relevant to students and researchers in political economy, economic thought, and European politics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 459 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This revised and expanded edition delves deeply into Hilferding's seminal work, Finance Capital, from a methodological perspective, encompassing both historical and intellectual dimensions. The authors firmly establish Hilferding's position within the Marxist tradition as they revisit this influential book. By employing Hilferding's ideas, the authors critically examine prevailing approaches in economics and enrich ongoing discussions and debates about the nature of modern capitalism. Through this exploration, the book underscores the significance of Hilferding's work in analyzing and comprehending contemporary capitalism and the evolution of corporations. Additionally, new material is included, shedding light on Hilferding's economic journalism, the debates surrounding his work in Poland, and Eugene Vargas' insightful perspective on his work. The book's primary objective is to delve into Hilferding's central ideas on the political economy, while also providing a comprehensive account of its historical context and its relationship to Marx. It will be of immense interest to students and scholars engaged in the fields of political economy, the history of economic thought, and European politics.

Weight: 740g
Dimension: 217 x 153 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031080951
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2023