Understanding Marxism (Democracy at Work, 2)

Synopsis

In Understanding Marxism, economist Richard D. Wolff offers a clear and accessible introduction to Karl Marx's analysis of capitalism and class struggle. Moving beyond common misconceptions, Wolff explains how Marx understood the relationship between workers, employers, and economic power, and why those ideas continue to shape debates about inequality, labour, democracy, and economic crises today.

Drawing connections between Marx's writings and contemporary issues, Wolff examines how capitalism functions, why it repeatedly produces instability, and what alternatives have been proposed. Thoughtful and approachable, Understanding Marxism is an engaging guide for readers seeking a deeper understanding of one of the most influential political and economic traditions in modern history.

About the Author

Richard D. Wolff is an American economist, professor emeritus of economics, and author whose work focuses on political economy, Marxian economics, and workplace democracy. Through his books, lectures, and public commentary, he has become one of the most widely read contemporary interpreters of Marx's economic thought.

Publisher
Haymarket Books

Publication Date
January 7, 2025

Format
Paperback

Pages
240

Subjects
Political Economy · Marxism · Economics · Political Philosophy · Labour Studies

ISBN
9798888904589