The Communist Manifesto

Book Review

The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels is one of the most influential political documents in history. Written in 1848, it became the foundation for many socialist and communist movements worldwide. Critics note that the manifesto offers a radical analysis of capitalist society, emphasizing class struggle as the driving force of historical development. It contains a call for the proletariat to unite and overthrow the bourgeoisie, which, according to the authors, would lead to the creation of a classless society. Some critics admire the clarity and power of its exposition, as well as its prophetic accuracy in predicting the development of capitalism. However, others point to the utopian and unattainable nature of the proposed goals, as well as the lack of concrete strategies for their realization. Despite this, the manifesto remains an important text for understanding political and economic theory, as well as the history of social movements.