The Paris Commune

By Karl Marx

Book Overview

The Paris Commune by Karl Marx is a historical account of the revolutionary government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871. The book offers a detailed analysis of the political and social conditions that led to the establishment of the Commune, as well as the events and actions that took place during its brief existence. Marx also examines the role of the working class in the Commune and its attempts to establish a socialist government, as well as the response of the French government and military to the rebellion. The book provides a critical perspective on the failure of the Commune and its significance for the future of revolutionary movements. Overall, The Paris Commune is a seminal work of Marxist theory and a key text in the history of socialism and revolutionary politics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163081116
• ISBN13: 9781163081112
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"