Richard D. Wolff Libri

Why should we pay attention to the great social critics like Marx? Americans, especially now, confront serious questions and evidences that our capitalist system is in trouble. It clearly serves the 1% far, far better than what it is doing to the vast mass of the people. Marx was a social critic for whom capitalism was not the end of human history. It was just the latest phase and badly needed the transition to something better. We offer this essay now because of the power and usefulness today of Marx's criticism of the capitalist economic system. eBook: https: //bit.ly/2K6iI8v

Focusing on the historical context and theoretical underpinnings of socialism, this text critically examines past socialist experiments, addressing their failures and challenges. It aims to dismantle misconceptions surrounding socialism while advocating for a reimagined approach that emphasizes workplace democracy. Through a blend of analysis and historical insight, the book seeks to provide a clearer understanding of socialism's potential and its evolution.

The coronavirus pandemic, the deepening economic crash, dangerously divisive political responses, and exploding social tensions have thrown an already declining American capitalist system into a tailspin. The consequences of these mounting and intertwined crises will shape our future. In this unique collection of essays, Richard D. Wolff argues clearly that "returning to normal" no longer responds adequately to the accumulated problems of US capitalism. What is necessary, instead, is transition toward a new economic system that works for all of us.

World-renowned economist Richard Wolf explores the roots of the Great Recession and its immense impact on working people.

A new manifesto for gaining democratic control of our workplaces.

From prominent economist Richard Wolff and David Barsamian, a hot-button primer on the taboo subject impacting most Americans today: the failure of capitalism to deliver public good.