DIALECTICAL AND HISTORICAL MATERIALISM

In "Dialectical and Historical Materialism," Joseph Stalin provides a thorough exposition of Marxist theory as it applies to the understanding of social and historical processes. Written in 1950, this foundational work delves into the principles of dialectical materialism—the philosophy of change and contradiction in nature and society—and historical materialism, which analyzes the development of human societies through the lens of class struggle and economic forces. Stalin’s detailed analysis aims to clarify and defend the core tenets of Marxist theory against various criticisms, offering a comprehensive guide to the theoretical framework that underpins socialist thought. This book is essential for those studying Marxist philosophy and its application to historical and social analysis.