Taken from a quote of Karl Marx, 'The Point is to Change It!' is an introductory reading into Marxist philosophy. And it's not an easy one. That's not to say it wasn't interesting.
Having recently joined the Socialist Workers Party I've found myself looking for books which will educate me a bit more in Socialism and so this was recommended to me.
Throughout, it gives the reader the basics on all or most points which Marxist philosophy is based around: dialectics, racism/sexism, class struggles, materialism and capitalism (or the fight against it) amongst others. Some bits I understood having studied them previously at college, but others I found myself re-reading or wondering what the hell I just read. However, I did feel that I had learnt something from this book.
The language within is simple and mostly avoids lengthy or confusing words which haven't previously been explained, nor does it go into too much detail too early on. It is, therefore, a worthy read for anybody who has recently or is interested in joining the SWP. Or maybe you aren't interested in joining the party and just want to know what all the fuss is about? Then read this book.
Admittedly it wasn't an easy read in parts, but it was one I was determined to finish in order to learn more. I can safely say it was better than Henry James's 'Turn of the Screw' (previously reviewed) or Gearge Gissing's 'Nether World'. However, Molyneux has clearly done his research and knows what he is talking about as I don't recall finding any unsurities or the like. But really, what do I know? I'm just a new party member.
Overall I'll give this book a 3.5/5 (possibly higher if it wasn't tricky in parts. Damn dialectics!).
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