CAPITAL (Annotated)

di Karl Marx (Autore)

Daphne Ulwick (Autore)

Edward Aveling (Traduttore)

e-artnow, 2018

Capital is Karl Marx's monumental critique of political economy, a rigorous investigation into the capitalist mode of production, commodity exchange, surplus value, accumulation, and crisis. Written in a dense yet often dramatic prose, it combines philosophy, history, economics, and literary irony. Situated within nineteenth-century industrial capitalism and classical political economy, the work transforms the tools of Smith and Ricardo into a radical analysis of exploitation and social power. Marx, a German philosopher, journalist, and revolutionary thinker, wrote Capital after decades of political struggle, exile, and archival research, particularly in the British Museum. His experiences with censorship, working-class movements, and the upheavals of European industrial society shaped his conviction that capitalism was not a natural order but a historical system governed by contradictions. This book is essential for readers interested in economics, political theory, history, sociology, or modern social criticism. Though demanding, it rewards careful reading with a profound framework for understanding labor, inequality, markets, and power. Capital remains indispensable for anyone seeking to grasp the intellectual foundations of critiques of capitalism. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.

• Autore: Karl Marx, Daphne Ulwick
• Traduttore: Edward Aveling
• Curatore: e-artnow
• Anno edizione: 2018
• Editore: e-artnow
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9788026892816