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First Published In French, Marx'S The Poverty Of Philosophy (1847) Was Composed During His Years In Brussels, When He Was Developing His Economic Views And, Through Confrontations With The Chief Leaders Of The Workingclass Movement, Establishing His Intellectual Standing.In This Classic Work, Which Laid The Foundation Of Ideas Later Developed In Capital, Marx Polemicized Against Then Premier French Socialist, Pierrejoseph Proudhon. Proudhon Wanted To Unite The Best Features Of Such Contraries As Competition And Monopoly. He Hoped To Save The Good Features Of Economic Institutions While Eliminating The Bad. Marx, However, Declared That No Equilibrium Was Possible Between The Antagonisms In Any Given Economic System. Social Structures Were Transient Historical Forms Determined By The Productive Forces: 'The Handmill Gives You Society With The Feudal Lord; The Stream Mill, Society With The Industrial Capitalist.'
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- Q: What is 'The Poverty of Philosophy' about? A: 'The Poverty of Philosophy' is a classic work by Karl Marx that critiques the ideas of French socialist Pierre-Joseph Proudhon. It discusses economic systems, the transient nature of social structures, and the antagonisms inherent in capitalist societies.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Poverty of Philosophy' is Karl Marx, a prominent philosopher, economist, and political theorist known for his works on socialism and capitalism.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used copy of 'The Poverty of Philosophy' is listed as being in good condition, indicating it shows some signs of wear but is still readable and intact.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features of 'The Poverty of Philosophy' include its critical analysis of economic theories, historical context of Marx's thought, and its foundational role in the development of Marxist philosophy.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Poverty of Philosophy' contains 227 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Marx's economic views.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Poverty of Philosophy' is a paperback binding, making it lightweight and flexible for reading.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Poverty of Philosophy' was published on June 1, 1995, providing a modern reprint of Marx's important work.
- Q: Is there an edition of this book available? A: This listing does not specify a particular edition of 'The Poverty of Philosophy'; it is treated as a general reprint.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Poverty of Philosophy' is categorized under Economics, reflecting its focus on economic theories and critiques.
- Q: What can I expect from reading this book? A: Readers can expect a deep dive into Marx's critique of capitalism, insights into the socio-economic structures, and an understanding of the historical context of 19th-century economic thought.