A Dictionary of Marxist Thought by Tom Bottomore (English) Paperback Book

Description: A Dictionary of Marxist Thought by Tom Bottomore Part dictionary and part encyclopedia, this book has become the standard reference work on the concepts of Marxism and the individuals and schools of thought that have subsequently contributed to the body of Marxist ideas. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Part dictionary and part encyclopedia, this book has become the standard reference work on the concepts of Marxism and the individuals and schools of thought that have subsequently contributed to the body of Marxist ideas. Back Cover This book, part dictionary and part encyclopedia, has become the standard reference work on the concepts of Marxism and the individuals and schools of thought that have subsequently contributed to the body of Marxist ideas. The Dictionary has been fully revised and updated, with over fifty new entries on major texts, on topics that have become relevant since the first edition appeared, and in areas where the state of knowledge and understanding has moved significantly. All entries have been revised where needed, all reading lists updated, and the bibliography has been completely revised and expanded. Flap This book, part dictionary and part encyclopedia, aims to provide the user with a clear but scholarly guide both to the basic concepts of Marxism and to the individuals and schools of thought whose work has contributed to forming the body of Marxist ideas since Marxs day. It is designed to be of use both to those who encounter Marxist conceptions in the course of their own studies and to the many people who want to be informed about a theory and doctrine that has played, and continues to play, a major part in shaping the present-day world. Author Biography Thomas Burton Bottomore, usually known as Tom Bottomore and published as T.B. Bottomore, was a British Marxist sociologist. Bottomore was Secretary of the International Sociological Association from 1953 to 1959. Table of Contents Preface vi Entries New to the Second Edition viiList of Contributors viii Editors Introduction xii A Dictionary of Marxist Thought 1 Bibliography 593 Index 635 Review "A remarkable editorial achievement. The book can be confidently recommended as a fair and informed account of the community of Marxist positions." New York Times Book Review "An invaluable aid in identifying the key terms in Marxs own work and distinguishing their force in Marx from the uses made of them by later writers." Times Literary Supplement "Bottomore and his colleagues have done a remarkable job ... At last I can look up the transformation problem, the Second Interantional, or the Aiastic mode of production without digging through half a dozen books for a half-remembered reference." Charles Tilly, University of Michigan Long Description This book, part dictionary and part encyclopedia, aims to provide the user with a clear but scholarly guide both to the basic concepts of Marxism and to the individuals and schools of thought whose work has contributed to forming the body of Marxist ideas since Marx s day. It is designed to be of use both to those who encounter Marxist conceptions in the course of their own studies and to the many people who want to be informed about a theory and doctrine that has played, and continues to play, a major part in shaping the present-day world. Review Text "A remarkable editorial achievement. The book can be confidently recommended as a fair and informed account of the community of Marxist positions." New York Times Book Review "An invaluable aid in identifying the key terms in Marxs own work and distinguishing their force in Marx from the uses made of them by later writers." Times Literary Supplement "Bottomore and his colleagues have done a remarkable job ... At last I can look up the transformation problem, the Second Interantional, or the Aiastic mode of production without digging through half a dozen books for a half-remembered reference." Charles Tilly, University of Michigan Review Quote "A remarkable editorial achievement. The book can be confidently recommended as a fair and informed account of the community of Marxist positions." New York Times Book Review "An invaluable aid in identifying the key terms in Marxs own work and distinguishing their force in Marx from the uses made of them by later writers." Times Literary Supplement "Bottomore and his colleagues have done a remarkable job ... At last I can look up the transformation problem, the Second Interantional, or the Aiastic mode of production without digging through half a dozen books for a half-remembered reference." Charles Tilly, University of Michigan Feature Contains over fifty entirely new articlesMany existing entries are fully rewritten; all are extensively revisedThe bibliography has been completely updatedThe book has a comprehensive new index. Details ISBN0631180826 Author Tom Bottomore Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0631180826 ISBN-13 9780631180821 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 335.403 Edited by Tom Bottomore Birth 1920 Residence US Affiliation University of Sussex Short Title DICT OF MARXIST THOUGHT REV/E DOI 10.1604/9780631180821 UK Release Date 1991-10-09 NZ Release Date 1991-10-09 US Release Date 1991-10-09 Pages 672 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Year 1991 Publication Date 1991-10-09 Imprint Wiley-Blackwell Place of Publication Hoboken Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1991-10-08 Country of Publication United Kingdom We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:4261695;

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