<p>In <em>Karl Marx: The Roots of His Thought</em>, delve into a fascinating series of lectures delivered by guest lecturer, Johan van der Hoeven at Calvin College in 1971, exploring the ideas, influences, and philosophical underpinnings that shaped Marx's thought. This unique publication presents the lectures nearly as they were originally given, preserving the immediacy and directness of their classroom delivery. </p><p>Rather than a systematic study, these lectures engage in a textual-analytical journey through Marx's key works, unraveling his dialectical methods and providing readers a rare insight into the ideological heritage of this controversial figure. While repetitions and colloquial nuances remain from its spoken form, this book seeks to impart to readers the very experience that impacted the students it was originally intended for-training minds to think critically about the dialectical undercurrents of Marxian thought.</p><p>Ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding or an informed confrontation with Marx's intellectual legacy, this book stands as both an engaging introduction and a testament to the relevance of classic philosophical exploration.</p>