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In this brilliant book, Karl Marx biographer Francis Wheen tells the story of Das Kapital and Marx's twenty-year struggle to complete his unfinished masterpiece. Wheen shows that, far from being a dry economic treatise, Das Kapital is like a vast Gothic novel whose heroes are enslaved by the monster they capitalism.
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A Gothic economic masterwork exposing capitalism's dark side.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in understanding the deep roots of capitalism and its impacts, this book offers a compelling narrative of Marx's intense effort to complete his monumental work. Francis Wheen brings Das Kapital to life, revealing it as a dramatic, Gothic tale that explores the struggles of its heroes beneath the monstrous shadow of capitalism. It's a fascinating read for those curious about economic history and social critique.
