Mark Cowling Boeken

The book critically examines the controversies surrounding Norman Geras, a significant modern political thinker, tracing his evolution from Trotskyism to his analyses of Marx's theories on human nature and justice. It highlights his engagement with liberalism, critiques of postmodernism, and discussions on human rights and humanitarian intervention, particularly his defense of the 2003 Iraq invasion. Cowling offers a blend of exposition, admiration, and critique, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Geras, Marxism, and social and political theory.

Exploring the relevance of Marxist thought in criminology, this volume examines the contributions of Willem Bonger, Georg Rusche, and Otto Kircheimer. It assesses the impact of Marxist analysis on Critical Criminology and Left Realism, emphasizing its significance in the post-Soviet context. The book provides a practical 'toolkit' for applying Marxist theories, demonstrating their applicability in contemporary discussions of crime and justice.

This collection investigates the "state of play" in studies informed by Marxism. Among other contributions, it includes an essay on state theory by Bob Jessop, a discussion of fundamental socialist values using analytical Marxism by Alan Carling.