Marxism and Sociology – A Level Revision Summary
This post summarises Marxist theory for A-level sociology students. It includes key concepts, thinkers, and evaluation points, with a focus […]
Marxism, Social Theories
Marxism
Marxism, Social Theories
Althusser Explained – Structural Marxism and the Ideological State Apparatus
Structural Marxism is a modern interpretation of Marxist theory developed by the French sociologist Louis Althusser. In contrast to traditional
Marxism, Social class, wealth and income inequalities, Social Theories
Gramsci’s Cultural Hegemony and Humanistic Marxism
Antonio Gramsci was a neo-Marxist thinker best known for developing the concept of cultural hegemony — the idea that the
Crime and Deviance, Marxism
Tombs and Whyte: The Cost of Health and Safety Infringements
Marxist Criminologists argue that the costs of elite crime are greater than the costs of street-crime, yet the elite are
Marxism, Media, Social Theories
Examples of Marxism Today – Is Marxist Theory Still Relevant?
Is Marxism still relevant today? While some argue it’s outdated, Marxist ideas remain highly influential in analysing power, inequality, and
Marxism
Eight Criticisms of the Traditional Marxist View of Society
Capitalism and the class structure have changed since Marx’s day, and work is less alienating, and other criticisms!
Marxism
The Marxist Perspective on Society
A summary of some of the key Ideas of Karl Marx, including Bourgeoisie/ Proletariat, exploitation, false consciousness, ideological control, and revolution.
Families and Households, Feminism, Marxism
Marxist Feminist Perspectives on Family Life
women do housework and childcare for free and this benefits capitalism.
Marxism, Social Theories
Is Marxism Relevant Today?
Is Marxism still relevant today? While some argue it’s outdated, Marxist ideas remain highly influential in analysing power, inequality, and
The Marxist Perspective on Society – Key Ideas and Sociological Insights
Bourgeoisie, Proletariat, ideological control, false consciousness, revolution and communism.