Missing the Marx
The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg
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Marx's Posthumous Ascendancy
This chapter explores the intellectual history of Karl Marx, focusing on the stark contrast between his obscurity during his lifetime and the significant recognition he gained post-Bolshevik Revolution. It examines how political events, particularly the rise of the Soviet Union, propelled Marx's ideas into the spotlight, overshadowing other thinkers like Henry George. Additionally, the chapter discusses the implications of this shift in thought on American political discourse and the historical significance of texts like the Communist Manifesto.
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