Description
By: Karl Marx (1818-1883)
Manifest der Kommunistischen Partei, also known as The Communist Manifesto, is a revolutionary and influential political pamphlet written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Published in 1848, the Manifesto lays out the Communist League’s goals and aims to inspire working-class revolution against the capitalist ruling class.
The authors present a concise and powerful critique of the capitalist system, highlighting its inherent contradictions and exploitation of the working class. They argue that the capitalist system will ultimately destroy itself, leading to a proletarian revolution and the establishment of a communist society.
Marx and Engels’ writing is passionate and persuasive, engaging readers with their call to action and vision for a more just and equal society. The Manifesto has had a profound impact on political movements and revolutions around the world, shaping the course of history and inspiring generations of socialists and communists.
Overall, Manifest der Kommunistischen Partei is a seminal work that remains relevant and thought-provoking to this day. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the history of socialist thought and the ongoing struggle for social justice and equality.
Book Description:
Karl Marx und Friedrich Engels schrieben ihr Manifest im Dezember 1847, als Leitfaden fuer die grundsaetzlichen Prinzipien und Praktiken des Kommunismus. Das Manifest sagte ausserdem den Untergang des Kapitalistismus’ voraus.
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