Routledge Marx and Marxism (Key Sociologists) - Book

Explore the massive impact of Karl Marx on the political landscape of the last century. This volume from the Key Sociologists series examines how Marx's ideas shaped global history and continues to influence modern thought. While the twentieth century saw two major Marxist states that stood in total opposition to each other, the influence of these theories remains widespread. In Western societies, Marxism has established itself as a primary theoretical critique of capitalist structures within intellectual circles. Even without presenting a revolutionary threat to the established order in the West, new interpretations of Marx's work continue to emerge every year. Peter Worsley provides a clear analysis of the various kinds of Marxism, helping readers distinguish between different schools of thought and their specific applications. This book is an essential resource for anyone studying the evolution of social theory and the diverse ways Marxist thought has been applied across different political and social contexts.