Essential works of Marxism

Karl Marx transformed Hegel’s conservative theory of history into a revolutionary program. The goal of history, Marx said, was the absolute equality of all men: from each according to his ability; to each according to his need. Since this first statement of the communist doctrine, its leading exponents have been in constant disagreement over the extent to which man can assist history in reaching its goal. The selections included in this book represent all major points of view – from the revisionists to those who advocate world revolution.