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Explore the complexities of historical theory in this Routledge Revivals reissue. Originally published in 1985, Paul Q. Hirst provides a deep assessment of the limits found within various versions of Marxist theory. This collection of essays offers a rigorous examination of political and social thought through the lens of historical writing. The text includes an extended critical discussion of the works of Perry Anderson and Edward Thompson. Readers will find detailed chapters covering G.A. Cohen's attempts to restate Marxist theory using analytic philosophy, R.G. Collingwood's theory of history, and Anderson's research on Absolutism. It also addresses Thompson's "Poverty of Theory" and the contemporary politics of democratic socialism, making it a significant resource for students of anthropology and sociology.

Key Features

This Routledge Revivals edition features a reissued collection of essays by Paul Q. Hirst first published in 1985.

The book provides a critical assessment of the limits of different versions of Marxist theory of history.

Included chapters offer deep analysis of Perry Anderson and Edward Thompson's contributions to the field.

The text examines G.A. Cohen's work regarding the compatibility of Marxist theory with analytic philosophy.

Readers can study specific historical theories including R.G. Collingwood's theory and Anderson's work on Absolutism.

The collection covers important topics such as Thompson's Poverty of Theory and democratic socialism politics.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 October 2009
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11 September 2009

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