Only People Make Their Own History

A collection of Samir Amins ten most influential essays of the 21st centuryRadical political economist Samir Amin left behind a cherished oeuvre of Marxist writings. Amins intellectual rangefrom economics to culturewas admirable, and his lessons remain essential. Monthly Review Press is honored to publish this volume, culled from the Monthly Review magazine, of ten of Samir Amins most significant essays written in the twenty-first century. The collection is introduced by Amins friend and comrade, the Marxist philosopher Aijaz Ahmad, who provides a comprehensive survey of Amins life and path-breaking work. Ahmad also offers a contextual focus by which to read such stunningly astute pieces as Revolution or Decadence? and Contemporary Imperialism.Only People Make Their Own History is a loving and enlightening look at what the work of Samir Amin has meantand will mean to millions of people the world over.