Gramsci and Marxist Theory (RLE Gramsci) [Paperback]

This book familiarizes the English-speaking reader with the debate on the originality of Gramscis thought and its importance for the development of Marxist theory. The contributors present the principal viewpoints regarding Gramscis theoretical contribution to Marxism, focussing in particular on his advances in the study of the superstructures, and discussing his relation to Marx and Lenin and his influence in Eurocommunism. Different interpretations are put forward concerning the elucidation of Gramscis key concepts, namely: hegemony, integral state, war of position and passive revolution.

Introduction: Gramsci Today Chantal MouffePart 1: Structure, Superstructure and Civil Society1. Gramsci and the Conception of Civil Society Norberto Bobbio2. Gramsci, Theoretician of the Superstructures Jacques Texier3. Gramsci and the Problem of the Revolution Nicola BadaloniPart 2: Hegemony, Philosophy and Ideology4. Gramscis General Theory of Marxism Leonardo Paggi5. Hegemony and Ideology in Gramsci Chantal MouffePart 3: State, Politics and Revolutionary Strategy6. State, Transition and Passive Revolution Christine Buci-Glucksmann 7. Gramsci and the PCI: Two Conceptions of Hegemony Massimo Salvadori8. Lenin and Gramsci: State Politics and Party Biagio de Giovanni

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