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Washington State University

Washington State University: Marxism

For Students 9th - 10th
A basic explanation of Marxism as it applies to literary theory. Includes a bibliography.
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Purdue University

Gudie to Critical Theory: Introduction to Marxism

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed site with introductory information regarding Marxism. Contains some terms and concepts, samples and lesson plans. Also included are links to other web resources.
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Stanford University

Stanford University: Marxism

For Students 9th - 10th
Lengthy explanation of the views expressed by Marx. Covers his thoughts on production and the means of production, class struggles, the bourgeoisie and the proletariat, and what he saw as a possible end to the conflict - what some call...
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Constitutional Rights Foundation

Constitutional Rights Foundation: Karl Marx: A Failed Vision of History

For Students 9th - 10th
Activity-based resource in which students research, write about, and participate in a panel discussion on Marxism, comparing his vision and historical reality to that of other critical thinkers in world history.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encycopedia of Marxism: Russian Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
A well-written overview of the Russian Civil War beginning with the landing by the Japanese, written from a Marxist view.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Marxists Internet Archive provides a detailed explanation including quotations from Engels and Marx, as well as explication. Links defining terms are helpful, as is the suggested further reading link.
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Other

Australian National University: Marxism: Socialism From Below

For Students 9th - 10th
Fairly in-depth summary of the theory of capitalism that Marx proposed. Includes historical background of the time when he was writing these ideas. This is chapter 4 of a textbook.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Jean Paul Sartre (1905 1980)

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth look at the life and works of French novelist, playwright, and exponent of Existentialism, Jean-Paul Sartre. The biography discusses his early life, his years of teaching in Le Havre, his various publications he wrote and...
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Purdue University

"Terms Used by Marxism." Introductory Guide to Critical Theory, by Dino Feluga

For Students 9th - 10th
Marxist terms that are presented in alphabetical order; however, someone beginning to learn Marxism and neo-Marxism needs to stay conscious of the fact that each major theorist uses particular terms in his or her particular way.
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Other

Sociology Central:teaching Notes: Social Inequality: Theories: Marxism [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Examines Marxist perspectives of social stratification in the contexts of class, gender, and ethnic group stratification. Touches upon modern Marxist theory.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Leon Trotsky (1879 1940)

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography on Leon Trotsky discusses his political accomplishments.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Kolchak, Alexander

For Students 9th - 10th
This site briefly describes the leader of the White Army, Alexander Kolchak, and the reasons for its defeat.
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Fourier, Francois Charles

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from the Marxists Internet Archive relies almost entirely on Frederick Engels' assessment of Fourier and his writing. Extensive quotation from Engel's "The Development of Socialism from Utopia to Science."
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Marxists Internet Archive

Encyclopedia of Marxism: Karl Jaspers

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography on German Existentialist Karl Jaspers briefly touches on his philosophical ideas, his views on Nazism, and his time as a teacher at University Heidelberg.
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Article
Other

W.e.b. Du Bois: Black Reconstruction in America 1860 1880

For Students 9th - 10th
In this article, the book Black Reconstruction in America by W.E.B. Du Bois is reviewed by Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor. This book was written to convey the experiences of African Americans during and after the Civil War, which other history...
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Other

International Gramsci Society: Timeline of Life of Gramsci

For Students 9th - 10th
A very detailed timeline documenting the life of the famous 20th century Marxist thinker who lived in Italy and was imprisoned by Mussolini and died in prison.
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Other

International Gramsci Society: Gramsci Photo Archive

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of photos related to the famous 20th century Marxist philosopher. Includes pictures of him and family members.
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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania: Betty Friedan's Secret Communist Past

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a review of Daniel Horowitz's biography of the sixties women's rights activist, Betty Friedan. Published in Salon January 18, 1999.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Friedrich Engels

For Students 9th - 10th
This biographical article focuses on the life of Friedrich Engels, a German-English philosopher and a Marxist. Learn about his influence on Marxism and about his Socialist writings.
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Communism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explains the history of communism throughout the world. Looks at the principles of Marxism and communism, Karl Marx, and major communist political victories around the world.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Maoism

For Students 9th - 10th
An extremely brief discussion of Maoism from Britannica.com. It is considered an offshoot of Marxism, but nonetheless is a revolutionary method.
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University of Toronto (Canada)

U. Of Toronto: Basic Principles of Marxian Economics [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
With all references made to Capital, this very advanced work can be read with Marx's texts, providing helpful insight and definition to the terms, ideas, and even format. Not for beginners, however.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Karl Marx

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Wikipedia provides an in-depth look at the life of philosopher Karl Marx.
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Stanford University

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Karl Marx

For Students 9th - 10th
This on-line encyclopedia offers an in-depth look at the teachings of Karl Marx.

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