Karl Marx
Philosopher
About
Renowned political theorist, philosopher, and economist. He famously penned both Das Kapital and The Communist Manifesto.
Before Fame
He attended both the University of Bonn and the University of Berlin.
Trivia
His work with Friedrich Engels produced a new philosophy of government and economics that would influence all of Russia and lead to numerous revolts.
Family Life
He married Jenny von Westphalen in 1843 and they had four daughters and three sons.
Associated With
He inspired the Russian socialist leader Vladimir Lenin.
