Essay Problem
The Communist Manifesto, by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels (1848), is one of the most influential books of all time and has ignited endless political and social debate, both in words and in violence; for this reason, despite its brevity, the book is also difficult to effectively analyze. However, I would like you to think of this text as a historical text which provides unique evidence for mid-nineteenth century society and culture.
Read the Manifesto in its entirety (pp. 1-81 in the assigned edition), including the Prefaces of the various international editions, which give some indication of the evolution of the way that the communist message is directed at different audiences. Then, in a short essay of three pages, answer the following question:
o Is it fair to consider the Manifesto as a utopian text or is it something different? Develop a definition of "utopia" as you consider Marx and Engels' priorities, arguments and assumptions in their vision for the future.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.