God will Marx (Contemporary Interpretation of the Original Marx Philosophy)

Author: Zhang Yibing, Meng Muguizhu
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: History often presents a peculiar phenomenon where the theories or even the entire doctrine of a great philosopher only fully reveal their intrinsic value after a long period of historical movement following their passing, thereby rekindling public attention. The historical fate of Marxist philosophy is no exception. Marxist philosophy emerged in the 19th century, adapting to that era while simultaneously transcending it. A philosophy that merely adapts to the times cannot possess foresight. The historical movements of the 20th century and the developmental dilemmas of contemporary philosophy have brought the intrinsic value of some important theories in Marxist philosophy into sharp relief, while also revealing the authentic spirit and contemporary significance of Marxist philosophy. Contemporary philosophers are compelled to turn their gaze toward Marx's philosophy. Foucault argues that, in the present, it is impossible to study history beyond the intellectual horizon defined and described by Marx. Jameson points out that Marxist philosophy "is the cognitive mode we use today to restore our relationship with existence," offering an "untranscendable horizon of meaning." Derrida asserts: "We are all inheritors of Marx and Marxism," "we are still speaking in the code of Marxism," and "the future cannot do without Marx." The main part of this book is a refined and rewritten version of the author's influential work, Returning to Marx. Embracing the phenomenological spirit of "facing things as they are," Returning to Marx draws heavily on classical economics and Hegel's philosophy, presenting an unwavering philosophical effort to unravel the evolution of Marx's lifelong philosophical research, ultimately offering readers a genuine Marx. Additionally, the book provides a concise introduction to the author's work, The Subjective Dimension of Marx's Historical Dialectics, as well as recent important and novel developments in contemporary Western Marxist studies. Unlike academic works that are often obscure and accessible only to experts, this book presents its ideas in fluent and elegant prose, guiding readers step by step into the fascinating world of contemporary Marxist philosophy. This is how the title God Meets Marx came to be.