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Harvey's Kapital Journey
- David Harvey began reading Das Kapital in the turbulent late 1960s, seeking a framework to understand societal unrest.
- He initially misunderstood the book, realizing comprehension comes with completing it, leading to yearly rereads.
Engage Actively
- Read Das Kapital actively and critically; engage with the text before each class.
- Struggle with understanding; develop your own interpretation of Marx's arguments.
Transcend Disciplines
- Approach Das Kapital with an open mind; set aside preconceptions about Marx.
- Read it independent of disciplinary biases to grasp its interdisciplinary richness.