Capital (eBook)

Karl Marx (1818-1883) was a German philosopher, economist, historian, sociologist, political theorist, journalist, and revolutionary socialist. He is best known for his critical analysis of capitalism and his theory of historical materialism, a methodological approach to the study of society, economics, and history. Marx's most notable work, 'Capital: Critique of Political Economy' (Das Kapital), delves into the inner workings of the capitalist system, the dynamics of surplus value, and the labor theory of value. This magnum opus, although unfinished, is widely considered one of the most significant theoretical foundations for modern social thought and continues to influence economic and political theories to this day. Marx's literary style is characterized by its rigor, depth of analysis, and penetrating insight into societal structures. Additionally, his writing is dense with theoretical concepts that have sparked extensive discourse and debate among scholars and activists alike. Books such as 'The Communist Manifesto,' which he co-authored with Friedrich Engels, and 'Capital' have had a monumental impact on the understanding of the socio-economic forces that shape the modern world. Marx's ideas have played a central role in the development of social science and have had a profound effect on various social movements, especially in the shaping of socialist and communist philosophies worldwide.