Friedrich Engels

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Socialism, Utopian and Scientific (eBook, ePUB)

Evolution of Socialist Theory: From Utopian Visions to Scientific Realities

Übersetzer: Aveling, Edward B.

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Friedrich Engels' "Socialism: Utopian and Scientific" provides a rigorous examination of socialism's evolution, contrasting the idealistic vision espoused by earlier theorists with the empirical and practical approach of scientific socialism pioneered by Karl Marx. Engels employs a clear, didactic literary style, integrating historical analysis and philosophical discourse to engage with the socio-economic realities of the 19th century. The work unfolds within the context of the industrial revolution, highlighting the contradictions of capitalism and the necessity for a systematic socio-political change grounded in material conditions. Engels, a German philosopher and a close collaborator to Marx, was deeply influenced by the social upheavals of his time, particularly during his years in England, where he witnessed firsthand the plight of the working class. His extensive involvement in labor movements and his collaboration with Marx underpinned his commitment to advocating for a scientific approach to socialism. Engels aims to elevate the discourse, moving beyond utopian visions to articulate a framework for understanding and achieving a revolutionary transformation of society. This seminal text is essential for anyone seeking to understand the roots of socialist theory and its relevance today. Scholars, students, and political activists will find Engels' arguments compelling in light of contemporary socio-political challenges, making this work a remarkable read for those invested in social justice and economic equity.

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Friedrich Engels (1820-1895), German philosopher, social scientist, and journalist, stands as a towering figure alongside his close collaborator, Karl Marx. Engels is best known for his critical role in the foundation of Marxist theory, which later influenced the rise of socialist and communist ideologies around the world. His seminal work, 'Socialism, Utopian and Scientific,' clearly distinguishes between the idealistic, utopian socialism of early thinkers and the practical, scientific socialism that he and Marx envisioned, which was rooted in a materialist understanding of society's development and class struggle. Engels's multidisciplinary approach, evident in his writing, combined history, philosophy, and economics to address the conditions of the proletariat and the need for a revolutionary transformation of capitalist society. Engels's contributions to literature go beyond his political-economic theories, as he also co-authored 'The Communist Manifesto' with Marx, providing a manifesto for the communist movement. His analytical skills are also displayed in the work 'The Condition of the Working Class in England,' where Engels provides an empirical study of the effects of the industrial revolution on the English working class. Engels's comprehensive approach to scholarship and his commitment to social and economic reform left an indelible mark on political thought and praxis, firmly establishing his place among the foremost thinkers of the modern era.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 196
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664651266
• Artikelnr.: 58447653