Marxist Theory of History

The Marxist Theory of History, often referred to as historical materialism, posits that the material conditions of a society, particularly its economic structure, drive historical change. According to Marx, history progresses through a series of class struggles between oppressors and the oppressed. This process is teleological, meaning it has a direction or purpose; Marx believed that society would ultimately evolve towards communism, a classless and stateless society. As the means of production advance, societal relations and classes change, leading to revolutionary transformations that shape human history.