Publisher's Synopsis
Karl Marx's "Revolution and Counter-Revolution, or, Germany in 1848" offers a detailed analysis of the tumultuous events of the German Revolution. A vital historical document, this work provides crucial insights into the political and social upheavals that swept through Germany during this pivotal year.
Marx applies his developing theories of class struggle and historical materialism to explain the complex interplay of forces at work, examining the roles of different social classes and political factions in shaping the course of the revolution. This volume explores the initial revolutionary fervor and subsequent reactionary backlash, charting the rise and fall of various movements and leaders. As a firsthand account informed by Marxist theory, "Revolution and Counter-Revolution" remains essential reading for anyone interested in German history, Marxist thought, and the dynamics of social movements and revolutions. A key text for understanding 19th-century political history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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