Marx, the Body, and Human Nature
Marx, the Body, and Human Nature shows that the body and the broader material world played a far more significant role in Marx's theory than previously recognised. It provides a fresh 'take' on Marx's theory, revealing a much more open, dynamic and unstab
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Marx, the Body, and Human Nature John G. Fox College of Arts, Victoria University, Australia
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ISBN 978-1-349-56590-0 ISBN 978-1-137-50798-3 (eBook) DOI 10.1057/9781137507983 This book is printed on paper suitable for recycling and made from fully managed and sustained forest sources. Logging, pulping and manufacturing processes are expected to conform to the environmental regulations of the country of origin. A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Fox, John G., 1964– Marx, the body, and human nature / John G. Fox, Victoria University, Australia. pages cm Includes bibliographical references and index. 1. Human body (Philosophy) 2. Marx, Karl, 1818–1883. 3. Philosophical anthropology. I. Title. B105.B64F69 2015 1289.6092—dc23
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Contents Acknowledgements
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1
Introduction: Evading the Body
1
2
Early Influences: Pain and Promise
21
3
Spinoza’s Revolution
42
4
Hegel: Wrestling with Desire
75
5
Feuerbach: Embracing Limitation
106
6
Marx’s Objective Being
123
7
Marx’s Species Being
153
8
Marx and Species Consciousness
186
9
The Promise of the Body
206
Notes
230
Bibliography
236
Index
249
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Acknowledgements This book reflects an extraordinary journey undertaken with the inspiration and support of many extraordinary people. From the very beginning, I have been blessed with the support of my parents, Terence Michael Fox and the late Margaret Mary Fox. They have taught me the meaning of selflessness and unconditional love. I have also been guided for so many years by a great many teachers. I am grateful for the vision and commitment of those at Benedict College, who saw more in this
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