Marx
An Introduction
Michel Henry author Frédéric Seyler author Dr Kristien Justaert translator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:21st Feb '19
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Michel Henry's Marx offers a fresh perspective on the often misunderstood philosopher, providing clarity and insight into his complex ideas.
According to Michel Henry, no thinker has had a greater impact than Marx, yet few have been as misunderstood. In Marx, Henry employs his signature clarity and elegance to delve into the philosophical essence of Marx's work. He explores the reasons why this intricate philosophy has frequently been oversimplified, distorted, and obscured over time. By addressing these misconceptions, Henry aims to present a more nuanced understanding of Marx's contributions to philosophy and social theory.
Marx: An Introduction serves not only as a recovery of the theoretical core of Marx's thought but also as an insightful guide to his broader work. The text is concise and engaging, skillfully navigating the complex material without glossing over its challenges. Henry's fresh perspective offers readers a new lens through which to view Marx's extensive writings, making it an invaluable resource for both newcomers and seasoned scholars alike.
Throughout the book, Michel Henry resonates with Marx's focus on the living work and the individual, highlighting their shared concerns. This connection is articulated with brilliance, making Marx a crucial read for anyone grappling with Marx's ideas for the first time or seeking a renewed approach to familiar concepts. Henry's introduction is the first-ever English translation of this significant work by a major 20th-century philosopher, enriching the discourse surrounding Marx's legacy.
Given its brevity, this is a remarkable introduction to Marx’s thought. But more importantly, It is a great introduction to Henry’s philosophy of life. Rejecting the then contemporary readings of Marx (Althusser in particular), rejecting the legacy of Marxism, Henry argues that economic structures are not the foundation for human life. For Marx, the concrete, living individual grounds economic structures. Life is the foundation. Therefore, as Henry concludes, “Marx’s thought confronts us with the abyss of the question: what is life?” * Leonard Lawlor, Sparks Professor of Philosophy and Director of Graduate Studies in Philosophy, Penn State University, USA *
In this highly accessible work, we are introduced not only to Marx but to Henry’s vitalisation of Marx, one where the subject is immanent to the world through its living labour, and where Henry concludes that Marx’s thought puts us before the ‘abyss of the question: What is life?’ In Henry’s Introduction, Marx’s thought lives on in every sense * John Ó Maoilearca, Professor of Film, Kingston University, London, UK *
ISBN: 9781474277785
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 160g
136 pages