Gramsci's Letters

Gramsci's Letters are personal correspondences from the Italian Marxist philosopher Antonio Gramsci, revealing his thoughts on politics, culture, and his own intellectual development. They offer insight into his ideas about how ruling classes maintain power not just through force, but by shaping societal beliefs and values—what he called cultural hegemony. The letters also reflect his struggles during imprisonment and his efforts to develop a theory of social change that emphasizes winning people's minds and hearts, not just overthrowing governments. Overall, they deepen understanding of Gramsci’s theories on power, culture, and the importance of intellectual and ideological leadership.