The Spectre of Marxism

The Spectre of Marxism (1983)

October 15th, 19830h 55min

History, Documentary
57%

Overview

The impact of Marx on the 20th century has been all-pervasive and world-wide. This program looks at the man, at the roots of his philosophy, at the causes and explanations of his philosophical development, and at its most direct outcome: the failed Soviet Union.


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