Karl Marx
Karl Marx, a German philosopher and revolutionary, co-authored The Communist Manifesto with Friedrich Engels in 1848.
Marx's influential works, including Das Kapital, focused on historical development through economic forces.
He studied at the University of Berlin and Jena, earning his doctorate in 1841.
Marx's life was marked by political activism, exile, and journalistic endeavors.
He spent his later years in London, where he continued writing and organizing.
Marx's ideas profoundly impacted social sciences and political movements, though he famously stated, "I am not a Marxist." His work remains controversial, with critics challenging his theories while acknowledging his lasting influence on modern thought.
