Marx 200

• Author: শোভনলাল দত্তগুপ্ত (Shovonlal Dattagupta)
• Publisher: Ananda Publishers
• Language: Bengali
• Edition: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9789389876567 
• Pages: 262
• Weight: 378 gm

Book Description:

মার্কস ২০০: একুশের ভাবনা (Marx 200: Ekusher Bhavana) is a thought-provoking essay collection marking the 200th birth anniversary of Karl Marx. This book presents a fresh perspective on Marx's philosophy in the context of the 21st century, reflecting on his ideologies through contemporary lenses. Edited by Shovonlal Dattagupta, the collection brings together twelve distinguished authors who reanalyze and critically evaluate various aspects of Marx's thought, especially in light of recent research.

Key themes explored in this volume include:

• The contrasting views of young Marx vs. old Marx.
• The intersections of culture and colonialism.
• Marxism versus post-structuralism.
• Marx’s ideas on religion and the state.
• Class theory, value theory, and history according to Marx.
• The legacy and relevance of Marxism in the post-Soviet world.

The contributors to this collection engage with complex issues like the significance of Marx's birth anniversary and whether his theories remain relevant in today's globalized world. Unlike traditional celebrations of Marx's legacy, this book does not seek to glorify or praise Marx unconditionally, but instead presents a rigorous, nuanced inquiry into his ideas and their applicability to modern political and social realities.

The authors approach Marx’s theories with a critical, questioning attitude, considering the complexities and contradictions within his writings. These essays, written by experts such as Partha Chatterjee, Shouvik Mukherjee, Ranbir Samaddar, and others, aim to provide a balanced and comprehensive understanding of Marx's lasting impact on politics, history, and social theory.

For readers interested in understanding Marx's philosophy in the context of modern debates about democracy, state power, and global capitalism, this collection offers insightful perspectives that remain intellectually engaging and relevant today.