A Comparative Study of Historicism in Karl Marx and Ernest Gellner

This work is an invaluable companion text to any course on Marxism. Simeon counter-balances Marx's Logic of historical explanation with that of a post-marxian scholar: Ernest Gellner. The comparative and analytical structure of this text ensures that it remains appealing to both novice and veteran students of both philosophy and history. The work leads one to assess the relevance of Marx's philosophy of history to the contemporary time.