Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought
Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought

Author: Jørgen Sandemose

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2018-05-30

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 1351006975

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This book presents the capitalist system as a function of the interaction of the three basic classes in the capitalist social formation. Through this, it shows how the corresponding conflicts and clashes of interests between those classes – industrial capitalists, wage labourers and landed proprietors – are unavoidable for understanding contemporary economic structures. Analysing these economic structures in relation to the forms of property ownership, as well as the typical processes of production connected with them, the author points out how Karl Marx’s theory of the capitalist social formation is closely connected with the emergence and existence of a national money market. At the same time, the book places a special emphasis on Marx’s theory of ground rent and modern landed property, an aspect misinterpreted by many authors; and through an evaluation of the most important Marxian categories regarding the analysis of the world market and its development, further emphasis is placed on the concept of differences in labour intensity between nations. This evaluation illustrates how the main categories of capital, wage labour and landed property acquire a completely different internal relation in poor countries compared to Western capitalist societies. Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought aims at exposing a method for analysing contemporary capitalism through focusing on the basic relations of population groups in the capitalist social formation. It will be of interest to students and researchers within the field of economics, as well as other social sciences.

Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought
Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought

Author: Jørgen Sandemose

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2018-05-30

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1351006967

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This book presents the capitalist system as a function of the interaction of the three basic classes in the capitalist social formation. Through this, it shows how the corresponding conflicts and clashes of interests between those classes – industrial capitalists, wage labourers and landed proprietors – are unavoidable for understanding contemporary economic structures. Analysing these economic structures in relation to the forms of property ownership, as well as the typical processes of production connected with them, the author points out how Karl Marx’s theory of the capitalist social formation is closely connected with the emergence and existence of a national money market. At the same time, the book places a special emphasis on Marx’s theory of ground rent and modern landed property, an aspect misinterpreted by many authors; and through an evaluation of the most important Marxian categories regarding the analysis of the world market and its development, further emphasis is placed on the concept of differences in labour intensity between nations. This evaluation illustrates how the main categories of capital, wage labour and landed property acquire a completely different internal relation in poor countries compared to Western capitalist societies. Class and Property in Marx's Economic Thought aims at exposing a method for analysing contemporary capitalism through focusing on the basic relations of population groups in the capitalist social formation. It will be of interest to students and researchers within the field of economics, as well as other social sciences.

Social Classes in Marxist Theory
Social Classes in Marxist Theory

Author: Allin Cottrell

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-11-19

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1000706419

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First published in 1984. This study critically examines the conceptions of social class employed by Marx and by modern Marxist writers, to probe their problematic areas and to propose certain modifications to those conception. The author also tests the conclusions deriving from this theoretical reflection against the task of analysing some aspects of the development of class relations in a particular social formation in Britain. This title will be of interest to students of philosophy and politics.

Marxist Class Theory for a Skeptical World
Marxist Class Theory for a Skeptical World

Author: Raju J Das

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2017-01-16

Total Pages: 696

ISBN-13: 9004337474

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Marxist Theory of Class for a Skeptical World is a critique of some of the influential radical theories of class, and presents an alternative approach to it. This book critically discusses Analytical Marxist and Post-structuralist Marxist theories of class, and offers an alternative approach that is rooted in the ideas of Marx and Engels as well as Lenin and Trotsky. It presents a materialist-dialectical foundation for class theory, and conceptualizes class at the trans-historical level and at the level of capitalism. It shows that capitalism is an objectively-existing articulation of exchange, property and value relations, between capital and labour, at multiple geographical scales, and that the state is an arm of class relation. It draws out implications of class relations for consciousness and political power of the proletariat.

Analytical Marxism
Analytical Marxism

Author: Fouad Sabry

Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable

Published: 2024-08-15

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13:

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Delve into the intellectual rigor of Analytical Marxism with this essential guide. "Analytical Marxism" provides a deep dive into a school of thought that has influenced political theory and practice. This guide meticulously explores the philosophical insights and methodological precision defining Analytical Marxism, making it vital for professionals, students, and anyone seeking to understand beyond traditional Marxist discourse. 1-Analytical Marxism-Foundational principles and methods of Analytical Marxism, emphasizing rigorous analysis and contemporary impact. 2-Jon Elster-Contributions of Jon Elster, integrating rational choice theory with Marxism to enhance understanding of human behavior and social change. 3-Marxism-Analytical Marxism in the broader Marxist context, including critiques and reinterpretations of classical doctrines. 4-G. A. Cohen-G. A. Cohen’s critiques and advancements, focusing on equality and justice within Analytical Marxism. 5-Criticism of Marxism-Critical assessments of Marxism and Analytical Marxism’s responses, highlighting contemporary relevance. 6-Marxist schools of thought-Various Marxist interpretations and Analytical Marxism’s unique contributions. 7-Karl Marx's Theory of History-Analysis of Marx’s historical materialism through an analytical perspective. 8-Neo-Marxism-Evolution into Neo-Marxism and Analytical Marxism’s engagement with this intellectual movement. 9-Historical Materialism-Materialist conception of history and Analytical Marxism’s methodological innovations. 10-Outline of Marxism-Overview of key Marxist concepts, emphasizing Analytical Marxism’s analytical approach. 11-Means of Production-Role of means of production in Marxism and its relevance to Analytical Marxism. 12-Private Property-Marx’s theory of private property and Analytical Marxism’s perspectives on property relations. 13-Marx's Theory of Alienation-Marx’s theory of alienation and Analytical Marxism’s contemporary interpretations. 14-Surplus Labour-Concept of surplus labor in Marxist economics and Analytical Marxism’s insights into exploitation. 15-Marx's Theory of Human Nature-Marx’s view of human nature and Analytical Marxism’s contrasting interpretations. 16-A General Theory of Exploitation and Class-Analytical Marxism’s formulations of exploitation and class dynamics. 17-Marxist Humanism-Humanistic dimensions within Analytical Marxism and its implications for ethics and practice. 18-Immiseration Thesis-Examination of the immiseration thesis and Analytical Marxism’s assessments of its relevance. 19-Exploitation of Labour-Analytical Marxism’s views on labor exploitation and implications for policy and justice. 20-Capitalist Mode of Production-Capitalist production through Analytical Marxism’s lens, including critiques and proposals. 21-Marxian Economics-Overview of Marxian economics and Analytical Marxism’s contributions to economic theory. This volume addresses fundamental questions about Analytical Marxism and provides insights into its enduring relevance in political discourse.

Marxist and Neo-Marxist Theories of Class
Marxist and Neo-Marxist Theories of Class

Author: Sebastian Erckel

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2009-05

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 3640325931

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Essay from the year 2008 in the subject Politics - Political Theory and the History of Ideas Journal, grade: 80%=good, University of Kerala (Department of Political Science), course: Comparative Politics, language: English, abstract: Ever since the early beginnings of human civilization there has been the startling question of what constitutes and determines one's social relations. Is the character of society as a whole shaped by the social forces existent in it or is the social differentiation a product of a particular political or cultural system? While apparently even the most ancient societies exhibited a clear distinction between those who exercised power and those who did not it has been left to numerous philosophers to provide sufficient and satisfying answers to the questions of where this distinction originates from and how, if at all, it can be justified. Once the first claim to property had been made both the claim and the property had to be defended and justified and thus the foundations for society's political, legal and maybe even cultural institutions were laid. Logically, these were to a large extent shaped by the interests of those possessing property. It is on these assumptions that modern class theory is built. Although the idea of economic determinism, i.e. the belief that the entire life is dependent on one's economic situation, had been present long before it was Karl Marx who was the first to develop a comprehensive framework around this idea. This paper attempts to outline the important features of Marxian class theory and to introduce some of the developments which took place in its tradition.

Development and Modes of Production in Marxian Economics
Development and Modes of Production in Marxian Economics

Author: A. Richards

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2013-09-27

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1136464107

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By exploring the strengths and weaknesses of a Marxist approach to economic development, this book presents a balanced treatment of development issues within the area of 'rational choice Marxism'

Karl Marx's Economics
Karl Marx's Economics

Author: John Cunningham Wood

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13: 9780415065580

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The first 4 volumes of an 8 volume re-issue of Karl Marx's key essays in the economics arena, these titles also cover newer controversies in Marxian economics, such as reinterpretations by Sraffa and Roemer.

Free to Lose
Free to Lose

Author: John E. ROEMER

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 2009-06-30

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 0674042867

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John Roemer challenges the morality of an economic system based on the private ownership of the means of production. Unless you start with a certain amount of wealth in such a society, you are only "free to lose." This book addresses crucial questions of political philosophy and normative economics in terms understandable by readers with a minimal knowledge of economics.