The German Ideology. Book Summary

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Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels

What’s inside

The German Ideology, by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, critiques post-Hegelian philosophy and presents the concept of historical materialism.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the foundations of Marxist theory
  • Analyzing the relationship between society and economic conditions
  • Critiquing idealist views of history
  • Exploring the concept of work and production in human society

Key Points

  • Critique of Young Hegelians and their idealism
  • Materialist conception of history
  • The role of labor in human development
  • The nature of the state and consciousness
  • Ideology as a reflection of economic conditions
  • Communist society and abolition of private property

Who’s it For

  • Students of Philosophy
  • Readers interested in Marxism
  • Historians
  • Political Science Enthusiasts

About the author

Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels were German philosophers known for developing the theory of communism and influencing political practice.