Marxist literary theory

Marxist literary theory analyzes literature through the lens of class struggle, economic power, and social inequality. It examines how texts reflect, reinforce, or challenge the societal structures shaped by capitalism. The theory suggests that literature often portrays the interests of dominant classes and can be a tool for understanding or critiquing social injustices. By exploring themes like class conflict, material conditions, and power relations, Marxist critics seek to reveal the ways economic factors influence ideas, culture, and narratives within literature.