Marxism & Critical Theory

Catalog description

This course examines closely the writings of Karl Marx and the eventual reception of these texts by the Frankfurt School critical theorists. The course focuses both on the early writings of Marx, particularly the Manuscripts and the German Ideology , and also the later writings, particularly the Grundrisse and Capital. The critical theorists drew much inspiration from Marx, though they also forwarded significant criticisms of his work. Critical theorists that will be examined in the course include Benjamin, Adorno, Horkheimer, and Habermas. It is strongly recommended that any students enrolling in this class have completed at least two Philosophy courses before it begins.