Fundamentals of Marx: A Theory of Transitions

Is Marx’s theory of history linear or deterministic? How do transitions between modes of production actually occur according to Marx and what can that tell us about the dynamics at play in transhistorical development? In this episode we dive into a close reading of several passages from Marx which suggest that his theory of transitions is not linear but rather complex and heterogeneous. -------- Patreon: Twitter: -------- Narration by “P“ (Check out P’s podcast! ) Script, and video graphics by “M.“ Animated intro by Jack, co-host of the Auxiliary Statements podcast @AuxStatements on Twitter. -------- Background Music: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence () Source: Artist: -------- Further Reading/Source Material: Althusser, L., Balibar, E., Roger, E., Pierre, M., & Jacques, R. (2016). Reading capital: The complete edition. Brooklyn: Verso. Chibber, V. (2011). What is living and what is dead in the Marxist theory of history. Historical Materialism, 19(2), 60-91. Marx, K., Engels, F., Mandel, E., & Fernbach, D. (1991). Capital: A critique of political economy. London: Penguin Books in association with New Left Review. Marx, K., Engels, F., & Lenin, V. I. (1972). On Historical Materialism: A Collection. Moscow: Progress. Sourced: