Introduction Karl Marx remains one of the most influential figures in the history of social thought. His critique of capitalism was not merely economic but deeply sociological, seeking to uncover how the structure of society affects human life and consciousness. Among his profound contributions, the concept of alienation (Entfremdung) occupies a central place. Alienation, according … Read more
Introduction Karl Marx remains one of the most influential figures in sociology, not only because of his comprehensive critique of capitalism but also for his conceptualization of class conflict as the driving force of historical development. His ideas transcend economics and political theory, deeply embedding themselves in the sociological imagination. Marx viewed society as an … Read more
Introduction Karl Marx (1818–1883), one of the most influential thinkers in sociology, philosophy, and political economy, developed the theory of Historical Materialism as the foundation of his analysis of society and social change. Historical Materialism refers to the view that material conditions—especially the mode of production and the relations of production—are the driving forces behind … Read more
Introduction on Karl Marx Contributions to Sociology Karl Marx (1818–1883) is still regarded as one of the most important figures in political philosophy, economics, and sociology. His critiques of capitalism, theories of class struggle, and analysis of social structures have profoundly shaped sociological thought. Marx’s work provides a framework for understanding how economic systems shape … Read more