The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels (preloved)

The Communist Manifesto, written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in 1848, is a political pamphlet that outlines the principles of communism and calls for the working class (proletariat) to overthrow the ruling capitalist class (bourgeoisie). The manifesto argues that all of human history is a history of class struggles and that capitalism, with its exploitation of workers, will eventually be replaced by a classless, stateless society.

The pamphlet is divided into four sections: an introduction to the theory of history, an analysis of capitalist society, a call to arms for workers to unite, and a discussion of the goals and tactics of communism. The Communist Manifesto has had a significant influence on political thought and revolutions around the world, advocating for the abolition of private property and the establishment of a society based on collective ownership and equality.