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Essay / Explanatory Essay on the Left by Karl Marx - 898
Carole Boyce Davies, the author of this article, reflects on the lives of black communists, activists and intellectuals in this article. The author further reflects on the intertwined transatlantic histories of left-wing politics, feminism, and internationalism that took place in the 20th century. Claudia Jones, one of the activists mentioned, is strongly associated with the philosophies of Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin. She is remembered for her political contribution to the Caribbean community in Britain. Claudia Jones is portrayed as a communist and a feminist in all the metaphors she tends to use. In her works, Claudia Jones leans towards the metaphors and theories of the eminent theorist Karl Marx. It makes extensive use of Marx's theories and ideologies, such that it is referred to as the "Karl Marx Left". Some of the activities that present Claudia as a female activist are how she volunteered to serve society and be an activist; his intentions were to achieve his goals through the Marxist theories of Karl Marx. It engaged in a distinct anti-imperialist policy, which helped position it as the "Karl Marx Left". Her commitment to society is demonstrated by the work done by Buzz Johnson where she is remembered as the mother of activism and Marxism. The author states that Claudia's politics and her activities are something that cannot help but be amazed. Another aspect that makes Claudia fit Karl Marx's description well is the fact that once she left high school, she joined menial jobs and began engaging in activities intended to redeem women . In addition, she became involved in activities of a political nature and ...... middle of paper ...... all the more determined that even expulsion or imprisonment could not make her lose her concentration . She is so well-liked by society that whenever she forms a group, she always finds members to work with and help her achieve the intended mission. Another thing about her is that she was very connected to the Marxist theories of Karl Marx, so they had been inscribed on her tombstone, giving those who were going to pay their respects the feeling of being in contact with Karl Marx. Works Cited Davies, Carole Boyce. To the left of Karl Marx: the political life of black communist Claudia Jones. Durham: Duke University Press, 2007.Howard, Walter T. “Revised Work(s): To the Left of Karl Marx: The Political Life of Black Communist Claudia Jones.” » Journal of American Ethnic History 29, no. 2 (2010): 113-114. Taylor, Jeremy. “Search Claudia.” CBR Archives 1, no. 16 (2008): 12-34.