Karl Marx and Social Theory Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts, works, and biographical details of Karl Marx based on the lecture notes.

Karl Marx

A German philosopher, economist, and sociologist born in Trier on May 5, 1818, and died in London on March 14, 1883, recognized as one of the most influential thinkers in modern social science and economics.

Historical Materialism

A theory introduced by Karl Marx that serves as a core concept in his analysis of society and historical development.

Class Struggle

A concept introduced by Karl Marx stating that social change and human history are driven by conflict between the capital-owning class and the working class.

Bourgeoisie

The capital-owning class in Karl Marx's concept of class struggle.

Proletariat

The working class in Karl Marx's concept of class struggle.

Das Kapital

The most famous book written by Karl Marx detailing his economic and social theories.

The Communist Manifesto

A famous collaborative work written by Karl Marx alongside Friedrich Engels.

Friedrich Engels

The co-author who collaborated with Karl Marx on the writing of The Communist Manifesto.

Conflict Sociology

A major branch of sociology grounded in the foundational thought of Karl Marx, alongside critical theory.