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Marxism and Historiography

Contesting Theory and Remaking History in Twentieth-Century Italy

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The book explores the paradox of Marxism's dominance in Italian culture and historical writing during the postwar era, followed by its abrupt decline. It delves into the implications of Giovanni Levi's observation that contemporary society no longer identifies with Marxist ideology, examining the cultural shifts and historical narratives that contributed to this transformation. Through a critical analysis, it reflects on how the legacy of Marxism has shaped Italian intellectual discourse and the complexities of its disappearance from mainstream thought.

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Marxism and Historiography, Paolo Favilli

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2022
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Contesting Theory and Remaking History in Twentieth-Century Italy
Lingua
Inglese
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In brossura
Pagine
372
ISBN13
9783030836078
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The book explores the paradox of Marxism's dominance in Italian culture and historical writing during the postwar era, followed by its abrupt decline. It delves into the implications of Giovanni Levi's observation that contemporary society no longer identifies with Marxist ideology, examining the cultural shifts and historical narratives that contributed to this transformation. Through a critical analysis, it reflects on how the legacy of Marxism has shaped Italian intellectual discourse and the complexities of its disappearance from mainstream thought.