Capitalism | Genius of the Modern World
The woe of society according to Marx was western life was based on capitalism and that while our ''species essence'' is productive, it limits creativity.
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- Clip length: 2'07''
- Broadcast year: 2016
Curriculum Connection
- Politics
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- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Genius of the Modern World
- Episode: Marx
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