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Karl Marx and Frederick Engels Collected Works, Volume 22 (1870–1871) is part of the authoritative series compiling the writings, articles, and correspondence of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. This volume focuses on texts written during the years 1870–1871, a period marked by major political upheavals and revolutionary movements in Europe.

Many writings in this volume analyze the Franco-Prussian War, a conflict that significantly reshaped the political landscape of Europe. Marx and Engels examined the political implications of the war, the balance of power among European nations, and its consequences for the working class.

Another major topic in this volume is the Paris Commune of 1871, a revolutionary government established briefly in Paris. Marx famously analyzed this historic event as an example of a workers’ government and discussed its significance for the development of socialist theory.

The volume includes speeches, letters, and political analyses that demonstrate the evolving ideas of Marx and Engels regarding revolution, international politics, and the role of the working class in shaping society.

These writings provide valuable insight into the development of Marxism and the authors’ responses to the dramatic political events of their time.


Major Themes

  • Political analysis of late 19th-century Europe

  • The Franco-Prussian War and its consequences

  • The Paris Commune and revolutionary politics

  • Development of socialist and Marxist theory

  • International workers’ movements


Key Features

  • Part of the authoritative Collected Works series

  • Covers writings from 1870–1871

  • Includes political analyses, speeches, and correspondence

  • Discusses major historical events like the Paris Commune

  • Valuable resource for students of political philosophy and history


Karl Marx and Frederick Engels Collected Works – Volume 22 (1870–1871) provides a detailed historical record of the political writings and revolutionary ideas that influenced modern social and political thought. 📚🌍

PUBLISHER: PROGRESS PUBLISHERS

BINDING: HARD COVER

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

PAGES: 785