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This brilliantly concise book is a classic introduction to Marx8217;s key work, Capital. In print now for over a quarter of a century, and previously translated into many languages, the new edition has been fully revised and updated, making it an ideal modern introduction to one of the most important texts in political economy. The authors cover all central aspects of Marx8217;s economics. They explain the structure of Marx8217;s analysis and the meaning of the key categories in Capital, showing the internal coherence of Marx8217;s approach. Marx8217;s method and terminology are explored in detail, with supporting examples. Short chapters enable the meaning and significance of Marx8217;s main concepts to be grasped rapidly, making it a practical text for all students of social science. Discussing Capital8217;s relevance today, the authors consider Marx8217;s impact on economics, philosophy, history, politics and other social sciences. Keeping abstract theorizing to a minimum, this readable introduction highlights the continuing relevance of Marx8217;s ideas in the light of the problems of contemporary capitalism.