Democracy Against Capitalism: Renewing Historical Materialism by Ellen Meiksins

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Democracy Against Capitalism by Ellen Meiksins Wood A magnificent recasting of historical materialism which highlights capitalisms intrinsically antagonistic relationship to democracy FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Historian and political thinker Ellen Meiksins Wood argues that theories of "postmodern" fragmentation, "difference", and contingency can barely accommodate the idea of capitalism, let alone subject it to critique. In this book she sets out to renew the critical programme of historical materialism by redefining its basic concepts and its theory of history in original and imaginative ways, using them to identify the specificity of capitalism as a system of social relations and political power. She goes on to explore the concept of democracy in both the ancient and modern world, examining its relation to capitalism, and raising questions about how democracy might go beyond the limits imposed on it. Author Biography Ellen Meiksins Wood, for many years Professor of Political Science at York University, Toronto, is the author of many books, including The Pristine Culture of Capitalism, The Origin of Capitalism, Peasant-Citizen and Slave, Citizens to Lords, Empire of Capital and Liberty and Property. Review Reading a Wood essay is a shock to the system, demanding the reader take a position, often leaving you invigorated and slightly bruised in the process. -- Michael Watson * Red Pepper * Promotional A magnificent recasting of historical materialism which highlights capitalisms intrinsically antagonistic relationship to democracy Review Quote "Reading a Wood essay is a shock to the system, demanding the reader take a position, often leaving you invigorated and slightly bruised in the process." --Michael Watson, Red Pepper Promotional "Headline" This study argues that understanding Marxism and its critique of capitalism is more important than ever because of the collapse of Communism. It redefines historical materialisms basic concepts and theory of history to specifically identify capitalism as a system of social relations and political power Details ISBN1784782440 Author Ellen Meiksins Wood Short Title DEMOCRACY AGAINST CAPITALISM Pages 320 Language English ISBN-10 1784782440 ISBN-13 9781784782443 Media Book Format Paperback Residence US Year 2016 Imprint Verso Books Subtitle Renewing Historical Materialism Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2016-02-02 UK Release Date 2016-02-02 Publisher Verso Books Publication Date 2016-02-02 DEWEY 335.4119 Audience General AU Release Date 2016-03-22 Series Radical Thinkers We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:97304912;

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