"Criticism of Political Economy" by Michael Heinrich is more than justan explanation of Karl Marx's ideas - over 220 pages, the bookintroduces the world of political economy, where the rather complexwritings of Marx are examined in a clear way and in a thoughtfulanalysis. ---- The book begins with an introduction to the economicconcepts that frame Marx's work. After a basic analysis of capitalism,Heinrich gently introduces use value, exchange value and value and thenmoves on to capital, surplus value and exploitation, showing how theseconcepts are the cornerstones of Marx's thought. But the book does notstop at topics such as the fetishism of bourgeois conditions andfictitious capital. Its structure roughly follows that of capital.Particularly noteworthy is Heinrich's ability to translate complextheories into clear, understandable language without losing thesubstance. He also comments on various interpretations andmisunderstandings that have arisen over time.It should be noted that Heinrich's analysis, for example that of thetheory of value, is not free from criticism and there are quitedifferent points of view on his interpretation. We still recommend thebook because even if not every point is uncontroversial, we see thebook's potential to demystify Marx's writings and thus open the door toa deeper understanding of Marxist economics. Overall, it can be saidthat "Criticism of Political Economy" offers an enriching journey thatcan challenge the reader and at the same time satisfy with many "ahamoments". We are certainly not looking at an easy-to-digest "quickreading meal" for the evening after a strenuous day, but rather aspiritual meal that requires time and concentration.But the work is worth it, because Heinrich's book invites you to thinkoutside the box and look at the world from new perspectives.As part of the theory.org series, the book is published by ButterflyVerlag and can currently be purchased for 12 euros in the 15th edition.https://www.dieplattform.org/2023/11/17/literaturempfehlung-kritik-der-politischen-oekonomie/_________________________________________A - I N F O S N E W S S E R V I C EBy, For, and About AnarchistsSend news reports to A-infos-en mailing listA-infos-en@ainfos.ca
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