Philip J. Kain deftly demonstrates the historical antecedents to and continuing relevance of Karl Marx's thought. Kain reveals the unappreciated pluralism of Marx, how it has endured and how it will continue to adapt to the challenges of modern day thought such as feminist theory.

"This book is scholarly, readable, and frequently insightful. It contributes not only to the understanding of modern political philosophy, but to contemporary theorizing as well. It should be of interest to students of modern political philosophy generally, but of special interest to those who are engaged in rethinking the foundations of the socialist project—and wondering about Marx's relevance to that project." - Ethics: An International Journal of Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy

". . . a well-crafted book . . . useful as a text or supplemental reading for certain courses in political philosophy and the history of ideas." - CHOICE