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The Communist Manifesto
by Friedrich Engels, Karl Marx
Originally published on the eve of the 1848 European revolutions, The Communist Manifesto is a condensed and incisive account of the worldview Marx and Engels developed during their hectic intellectual and political collaboration. Formulating the principles of dialectical materialism, they believed that labor creates wealth, hence capitalism is exploitive and antithetical to freedom. This new edition... (more)
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The Origin of the Family: Private Property and the State
by Frederick Engels
“An eternal being created human society as it is today, and submission to ‘superiors’ and ‘authority’ is imposed on the ‘lower’ classes by divine will.” This suggestion, coming from the pulpit, platform and press, has hypnotized the minds of men and proves to be one of the strongest pillars of exploitation. The history of the family dates from 1861, the year of the publication of Bachofen’s “Mutterrecht”... (more)
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Black Friday
by James Patterson
The breathtaking suspense of Kiss the Girls and the authenticity of N.Y.P.D. Blue: Welcome to James Patterson's classic superthriller, BLACK FRIDAY. A courageous federal agent, a powerful and resourceful woman lawyer - only they can possibly stop the unspeakable from happening. New York City is under siege by a secret militia group - and that's just the beginning of the relentless terror of BLACK FRIDAY. ... (more)
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Socialism: Utopian and Scientific
by Friedrich Engels
"At the request of my friend, Paul Lafargue, ... I arranged three chapters of this book (Anti-Dühring) as a pamphlet, which he translated and published in 1880, under the title: Socialisme utopique et Socialisme scientifique. From this French text, a Polish and a Spanish edition were prepared. In 1883, our German friends brought out the pamphlet in the original language. Italian, Russian, Danish, Dutch, and... (more)
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The Frock-Coated Communist
The Revolutionary Life of Friedrich Engels
by Tristram Hunt
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Socialism, Utopian and Scientific: -1908
by Friedrich Engels
Originally published in 1908. This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies. All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume.
The Origin of the Family, Private Property and the StateF. Engels
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The Origin of the Family, Private Property and the State
by Friedrich Engels
The Teachings of Karl MarxV.I. Lenin
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The Teachings of Karl Marx
by V.I. Lenin
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Socialism, Utopian and Scientific
by Friedrich Engels, Edward Bibbins Aveling
Modern socialism is not a doctrine, Engels explains, but a working-class movement growing out of the establishment of large-scale capitalist industry and its social consequences.
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The everything guide to understanding socialism
by Pamela D. Toler
Socialism was one of the formative forces of the modern world, and its complex history stretches back nearly three centuries. But what, exactly, does socialism mean? This informative and impartial guide takes you through socialism's origins to its contemporary interpretations, covering: Socialism's founders, including Sir Thomas More, Karl Marx, and Friedrich Engels Types of socialism, such as Maoism,... (more)
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Lifeguard
by Andrew Gross, James Patterson
Working as a lifeguard in a posh Florida resort, Ned Kelley finds the woman of his dreams. The only thing he needs is money. So when his friends offer to cut him into a deal that promises $1,000,000 each, how can he turn it down? The plan is simplea fast break-and-enter to grab paintings from a rich collector. But on the night of the heist, theyre double-crossed. Worse, Neds friends are brutally executed. Now hes... (more)
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Women's Murder Club: Book 1
1st to Die
by James Patterson
Imagine a killer who thinks, "What is the worst thing anyone has ever done?"--and then goes far beyond it. Now imagine four women --a police detective, an assistant DA, a reporter, and a medical examiner --who join forces as they sidestep their bosses to track down criminals. Known as the Women's Murder Club, they are pursuing a murderer whose twisted imagination has stunned an entire city. Their chief suspect is... (more)
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Michael Bennett: Book 1
Step on a Crack
by James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge
Detective Michael Bennett is about to take on the most sinister challenge of his career. The nation has fallen into mourning after the unexpected death of a beloved former first lady, and the most powerful people in the world gather in New York for her funeral. Then the inconceivable occurs. Billionaires, politicians, and superstars of every kind are suddenly trapped within one man's brilliant and... (more)
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Women's Murder Club: Book 7
7th Heaven
by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
A terrible fire in a wealthy suburban home leaves a married couple dead and Detective Lindsay Boxer and her partner Rich Conklin searching for clues. And after California's golden boy, Michael Campion has been missing for a month, there finally seems to be a lead in his case--a very devastating lead. As fire after fire consume couples in wealthy, comfortable homes, Lindsay and the Murder Club must race to find... (more)
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Culture, Ideology and Social Process (Set book)
This collection of readings aims to bring together in one volume representative statements of the different theoretical traditions which have been influential in shaping the subject of cultural studies, now an established part of the teaching of sociology, literature and related areas. Conceived to meet the needs of students on the Open University course Popular Culture, the volume aims to provide an introduction... (more)
Karl Marx's Theory of Revolution, Part One: The State and BureaucracyHal Draper
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Karl Marx's Theory of Revolution, Part One: The State and Bureaucracy
by Hal Draper
Karl Marx: founder of modern Communism (Pathfinder biographies)Arnold Kettle
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Karl Marx: founder of modern Communism (Pathfinder biographies)
by Arnold Kettle
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Daniel X: Book 1
The Dangerous Days of Daniel X
by James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge
The greatest superpower of all isn't to be part spider, part man, or to cast magic spells--the greatest power is the power to create. Daniel X has that power. Daniel's secret abilities -- like being able to manipulate objects and animals with his mind or to recreate himself in any shape he chooses--have helped him survive. But Daniel doesn't have a normal life. He is the protector of the earth, the Alien... (more)
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A. Shaw: Book 1
The Whole Truth
by David Baldacci
"Dick, I need a war." Nicolas Creel is a man on a mission. He heads up the world's largest defense contractor, The Ares Corporation. Dick Pender is the man Creel retains to "perception manage" his company to even more riches by manipulating international conflicts. But Creel may have an even grander plan in mind. Shaw, a man with no first name and a truly unique past, has a different... (more)