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The question of the State in capitalist society is of key importance for Marxists. We do not see it as an impartial arbiter standing above society. The fundamental essence of every state, with its armed bodies of men," police, courts and other trappings is that it serves the interests of one class in society, in the case of capitalism, the capitalist class.

Real living examples of revolution are the test of any theory. The events of May 1968 in France were such a historical example. These events reveal that defeat of the working class has not come about by such a thing as the strong state but by the ineptitude of the reformist and Stalinist leaders who were not prepared to mobilize the full force of the working class.

For there to be a revolution does there have to be violence? To the sectarian mind the answer is always in the affirmative. Marxists look at the question in a more rounded out manner, looking at the many factors that come into play: the balance of class forces, the nature of the leadership of the working class, the tactics and program adopted, and so on.

64 pages. By Alan Woods.

We have a limited number of copies available signed by one of the book's authors, Alan Woods, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Get yours today!

The U.S. edition of Reason in Revolt is only available in 2 volumes, making it both more expensive and inconvenient. This new UK edition contains the full book, along with a new preface. Alan Woods has personally signed 25 copies, which are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Order your copy today!

The achievements of science and technology during the past century are unparalleled in history. They provide the potential for the solution to all the problems faced by the planet, and equally for its total destruction. Allegedly scientific theories are being used to "prove" that criminality is caused, not by social conditions, but by a "criminal gene". Black people are alleged to be disadvantaged, not because of discrimination, but because of their genetic make-up. Of course, such "science" is highly convenient to right-wing politicians intent on ruthlessly cutting welfare.

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2012 marks the 10-year anniversary of the Workers International League. We have come a long way since that time, and so has the consciousness of the working class. Events in recent years have proven that indeed, "Marx was right!" all along.

As part of our anniversary celebration we have produced a special, limited edition "Marx Was Right!" T-Shirt to raise much-needed cash for the WIL Fighting Fund. The shirts have a front print based on a woodcut of Karl Marx done by a WIL comrade in NYC, as well as the WIL "10 Year" logo on the sleeve, and the www.socialistappeal.org URL on the back.

The shirts are printed black-on-white on high-quality 50/50 cotton shirts. Available in S, M, L, XL and XXL. However, as this is a special edition shirt, we are limited to just 100 shirts in total - so order soon before your size runs out! When they're gone, they're gone!

Wellred is proud to announce the republication of the Dialectics of Nature. Ever since Engels' arrival in London in 1870, he was keen to write a comprehensive work on science and dialectical materialism. The notes and studies for such a work make up the present volume, originally published posthumously in 1925. It is an essential read for fans of Reason in Revoltall those who want to develop a deeper understanding of Marxist philosophy and its application to modern science. 410 Pages. By Frederick Engels. (Cover image may vary)