Marx on Communism and Historical Materialism

This chapter explores Marx's views on communism, emphasizing his reluctance to define a utopian society and his focus on historical progress over idealistic frameworks. It highlights the tensions between materialism and idealism in his philosophy, particularly in relation to Hegelian thought and the concept of social production. The discussion also delves into the implications of communist principles on labor, value, and the vision of a society driven by utility rather than exchange.