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#444 – Vejas Liulevicius: Communism, Marxism, Nazism, Stalin, Mao, and Hitler

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From Capitalism to Communism: The Marxist Journey

This chapter explores the transition from capitalism to communism through the lens of Marxist theory, emphasizing historical context and class struggle. It highlights the partnership between Marx and Engels, detailing their contributions to socialist thought and the clash with anarchism. The discussion also examines the ideological complexities of the 19th century, predicting a revolutionary shift towards a classless society amidst existing sociological realities.

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