East-Asian Marxisms and Their Trajectories

This scholarly work examines the interpretation of Marxism in East Asia and its historical impacts, as discussed in East-Asian Marxisms and Their Trajectories.

This volume brings together prominent scholars to explore the interpretation and impact of Marxism in East Asia, delving into its historical significance across various countries in the region. The contributors examine how radical ideologies have influenced complex historical processes, highlighting the ways in which intellectuals and activists have interpreted, critiqued, and reimagined Marxist thought in the context of East Asia. They pose critical questions about the relevance of Marxism in understanding contemporary issues such as imperialism, domination, and inequality within a global capitalist framework.

The essays in East-Asian Marxisms and Their Trajectories draw on multiple disciplines to reinterpret Marxist concepts, providing insights into the intricate dynamics of global capitalism as experienced in different historical and national contexts. The distinguished contributors make complex ideas more accessible, tackling themes such as class contradiction, the temporalities of capitalism, and the relationship between relative surplus value and commodity form. This scholarly work aims to illuminate the ongoing relevance of Marxist theory in analyzing socio-economic conditions in East Asia.

In an era marked by the challenges posed by global capitalism, this volume offers valuable perspectives on regional responses to these crises. It is particularly relevant for students and scholars in East Asian studies, social and political theory, sociology, and globalization studies, who seek to understand how Marxist thought continues to inform and shape discourse in the region.