Marxism at Work

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Focusing on the Parti Ouvrier Francais and the Guesdists, this book explores the evolution of Marxist socialism during its "Golden Age" before World War I. It highlights how Marxism transformed from a sect into a mass movement, driven by the impactful rhetoric of Guesdist polemics rather than Marx's theoretical writings. The narrative examines the doctrine's conflicts with various ideologies, its role in shaping the working class, and its complex interactions with middle-class aspirations and alternative social visions, leaving a lasting imprint on French politics.