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This book defends the Marxist theory of history through, first, a critique of its empiricist and postmodern critics, second, a practical demonstration of the power of Marxist historical writings, and, third, a survey of the powerful and influential methodological debates between Marxists.

Table of Contents
Preface and acknowledgements; 1. Marxism and history; 2. Marx, Engels and historical materialism; 3. Historical materialism: From the Second to the Third Internationals; 4. Modes of production and social transitions; 5. Structure, agency and the struggle for freedom; Conclusion - The Present as History: Marxism and postmodernity.

Reflections on the Marxist Theory of History

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    Publisher: Manchester University Press
    Publication Date: 5/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9780719069574, 978-0719069574
    ISBN10: 0719069572
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    Historiography Social and cultural history Far-left political ideologies and movements

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    This book defends the Marxist theory of history through, first, a critique of its empiricist and postmodern critics, second, a practical demonstration of the power of Marxist historical writings, and, third, a survey of the powerful and influential methodological debates between Marxists.

    Table of Contents
    Preface and acknowledgements; 1. Marxism and history; 2. Marx, Engels and historical materialism; 3. Historical materialism: From the Second to the Third Internationals; 4. Modes of production and social transitions; 5. Structure, agency and the struggle for freedom; Conclusion - The Present as History: Marxism and postmodernity.

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