Theory & Philosophy

Karl Marx's "Capital" Vol. 1 (Part 1/4)

Sep 11, 2021
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ADVICE

Podcast Structure

  • This podcast will be presented in four parts, covering different sections of Marx's "Capital."
  • The final part will cover a larger portion of the book due to shorter chapters and recurring themes.
INSIGHT

Marx's Focus and Critique

  • Marx primarily focuses on England as a case study in "Capital."
  • He analyzes capitalism at a cellular level, critiquing the ideas of economists who saw it as the ultimate production form.
INSIGHT

Capitalism's Transient Nature

  • Marx argues that capitalism is a transient stage of development, not the absolute form.
  • He applies Hegel's dialectical method to the real world, focusing on material conditions rather than abstract concepts.
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