Marxvad Ka Ardhsatya (Hindi Edition)

DETAILS : 

• Author : Anant Vijay 
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vani Prakashan
  
• Binding : Hardcover 
  
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ 1 January 2019
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ Hindi
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9388684869
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9388684866
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 500 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Marxvad Ka Ardhsatya (The Half-Truth of Marxism) is a critical and thought-provoking analysis of Marxist ideology and its practical manifestations in the Indian socio-political context. Written by prominent journalist and critic Anant Vijay, the book challenges the "intellectual hegemony" of Leftist thought in India's academic and cultural spheres. Through a series of incisive essays, Vijay argues that the Marxist lens often ignores the civilizational ethos and cultural realities of India, leading to a skewed understanding of history and society. He examines how the "half-truths" of this ideology have been used to shape narratives in media and literature, calling for a more nuanced and indigenous intellectual discourse. It is an essential read for those interested in political theory, Indian history, and the ongoing "culture wars" in modern India.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Anant Vijay is a distinguished Indian journalist, columnist, and literary critic with over two decades of experience in the media industry. He is a well-known voice in Hindi journalism, currently associated with the Dainik Jagran group, and is a recipient of the National Award for Best Writing on Cinema. Vijay is celebrated for his bold and independent perspective, often critiquing established institutional biases and advocating for a grounded, India-centric viewpoint. His writing covers a wide spectrum, including politics, cinema, and literature, and he is frequently invited as a commentator on national television. Through his books and columns, he has become a leading figure in the movement to re-evaluate and decolonize Indian intellectual thought.