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Socialism: Utopian and Scientific (eBook)

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2023
45 Seiten
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In 'Socialism: Utopian and Scientific' by Frederick Engels, readers are presented with a thorough examination of the development of socialist ideology, contrasting the utopian visions of early thinkers with the scientific principles of historical materialism. Engels delves into the economic and social conditions that gave rise to socialism, arguing that only through a scientific understanding of society's evolution can true progress be achieved. Written in a clear and precise style, the book serves as a foundational text in the Marxist tradition, offering readers a comprehensive analysis of the contradictions of capitalist society and the potential for a socialist future. Frederick Engels, a close collaborator of Karl Marx, draws on his extensive knowledge of political economy and history to elucidate the principles of scientific socialism. His insights into the workings of capitalism and the necessity of class struggle continue to resonate with contemporary readers seeking a critical analysis of the current economic system. Engels' commitment to social justice and his dedication to advancing the cause of the working class shine through in this seminal work. I highly recommend 'Socialism: Utopian and Scientific' to anyone interested in exploring the foundations of Marxist thought and grappling with the challenges of contemporary capitalism. Engels' rigorous approach to the critique of capitalism and his vision of a more just society offer valuable insights for understanding the complexities of the modern world.

Frederick Engels (1820-1895), was a renowned German philosopher, social scientist, and journalist, who, alongside his close collaborator Karl Marx, played a pivotal role in the development of communist theory and laid the foundation for modern socialism. Engels was born in Barmen, Prussia (now Wuppertal, Germany) into a wealthy textile family. Despite his bourgeois background, Engels was deeply moved by the plight of the working class, which he observed firsthand in his father's factories, and became a fierce critic of capitalist society. He met Marx in Paris in 1844, and this marked the beginning of a lifelong friendship and intellectual partnership. Together, they published the seminal work, 'The Communist Manifesto' in 1848, a political pamphlet that has since become one of the world's most influential political manuscripts. Engels's work, 'Socialism: Utopian and Scientific' (1880), stands as a significant text aimed at distinguishing the Marxist concept of scientific socialism from the utopian socialism of earlier thinkers. This book illustrates Engels's expertise in distilling complex ideas into accessible concepts, demonstrating his profound influence on the working-class movement and his contributions to dialectical materialism and the theory of historical materialism. Engels's literary style, characterized by clear exposition and incisive critique, has resonated through ages, cementing his place as a crucial figure in the annals of political thought.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 19.11.2023
Übersetzer Edward Bibbins Aveling
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Sachbuch/Ratgeber Natur / Technik Natur / Ökologie
Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie
Schlagworte 19th-century Philosophy • 19th century political thought • Economics • Economic Thought • Frederick Engels author • Historical materialism • Marxism • Marxist framework • Marxist theory • modern socialism • Nature • Philosophy • Political Economy • Political Philosophy • Political Science • political theory • Politics • Science • scientific socialism • Socialism • socialism theory • socialist ideology • socialist literature • Socialist praxis • Society • utopian socialism • Working class conditions
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