The political economy of Marx (Modern economics) - Softcover

Howard, Michael Charles

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9780582446113: The political economy of Marx (Modern economics)

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ISBN 10: 0582446112 ISBN 13: 9780582446113

Publisher: Longman, 1975

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There was only 1 edition of this book, 1975 and a reprinting of it in 1977. The almost new condition of my books makes it scarce. The book is an instructional book contributing to the reader understanding this book and the writings of Marx. It covers 7 major problems of explaining Marx's political economics in as many chapters. I am charging more than the lowest price on the market because my product is superior to those offered for less money. I am however offering the early buyer free shipping if purchased within the first 7 days of the listing see sales.

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This book provides a comprehensive exposition and appraisal of Marx's political economy, beginning with the philosophical and sociological foundations of his work and indicating how his economic theory emerged from a critique of classical political economy. The authors proceed to examine in detail the theory of exploitation, capitalist development and imperialism, and pay special attention to the analysis of Marx by later social and economic theorists, including an assessment of the modern relevance of his work.

The authors' position is one of critical sympathy. They share Marx's hostility to capitalism and his view of economics as a historical social science but, at the same time, they see his work as susceptible to error and in need of refinement. Serious flaws as well as important oversights are revealed; nevertheless, it is argued that Marx's overall perspective provides a rational alternative to orthodox economic analysis. No prior knowledge of Marxism or of advanced economic theory is assumed, the book proceeds logically from first principles and mathematical analysis has been kept to a minimum.

"The Political Economy of Marx" will be a valuable book for anyone concerned with understanding Marxism as a political force, particularly students, teachers and researchers in political economy, the history of economic thought, political theory and sociology.

About the Author:

M.C. Howard is Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Waterloo, Canada.

J.E. King is Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Lancaster.

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