Karl Marx

Karl Marx

A Beginner's Guide to the Foundational Ideas of Karl Marx, Including His Critique of Capitalism, the Theory of Class Struggle, and His Revolutionary Vision for a Communist SocietyBy Alex Omberg
Michael Caine
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Length1h 29m

About this audiobook

Few figures in history provoke such passionate debate as Karl Marx. Hailed by some as a prophet of liberation, condemned by others as the architect of totalitarianism, his ideas continue to profoundly shape our understanding of society, economics, and politics. But who was the man behind the myths, and what are the actual ideas that have moved continents? Moving beyond polemic, this book invites you to understand his revolutionary critique of capitalism, his theory of historical change, and his vision for a radically different future. Designed for beginners, this guide defines every key concept, presents Marx's arguments clearly, and explores their historical context and major criticisms. Whether you seek to understand the intellectual roots of socialism, analyze economic injustice, or grasp one of the most influential philosophies ever conceived, this book is your essential companion to Karl Marx's powerful and provocative ideas.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★★ 5.0 (1)
GenreBiography and Memoir, Philosophy
Length1 hr 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 20, 2025
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Title Page
7The Source of Profit
2Why Read Marx Today?
8The Human Cost
3The Revolutionary and His World
9The Unstable System
4The Secret of History Revealed
10The Coming Revolution
5The Engine of Change
11The Vision of the Future
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6The Anatomy of a Commodity
12Marx’s Legacy

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