Release date is 2021-01-18

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"Der Briefwechsel zwischen Friedrich Engels und Karl Marx 1844 bis 1883, Erster Band" herausgegeben von A. Bebel und Ed. Bernstein is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This publication presents the collected correspondence between two of the most influential figures in the development of socialist theory, Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx. The letters provide insight into their collaboration, the evolution of their thoughts, and their role in shaping modern socialism, emphasizing their strong friendship and joint commitment to revolutionary ideas. At the start of this collection, readers are introduced to the profound friendship and intellectual partnership between Engels and Marx, which began in the mid-19th century. The opening section lays out the context of their correspondence, emphasizing key themes related to the socialist movement of their time and detailing their discussions on various political and philosophical topics. The letters reveal their mutual respect and admiration, as well as the challenges they faced in organizing and promoting socialist ideas amid resistance from both authorities and competing ideologies. The initial correspondence sets the stage for understanding the dynamic and influential relationship that contributed to the foundation of scientific socialism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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