Friedrich Engels

A Beginner's Guide to the Co-architect of Marxism, and his vital partnership with Karl Marx in developing the theories of dialectical materialism and scientific socialism.Alex Omberg

Length1h 31m

About this audiobook

Often overshadowed by Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels was a brilliant and revolutionary thinker in his own right. This volume brings Engels out of the shadows, revealing him not as a mere assistant, but as the indispensable co-architect of one of the world's most influential political and economic theories. We will journey from his early life as the son of a wealthy industrialist—where he witnessed firsthand the brutal conditions of the working class—to the meeting that sparked a legendary intellectual partnership. This guide breaks down Engels's own groundbreaking works, clarifies his essential contributions to dialectical and historical materialism, and explores his crucial role in financing the movement and assembling the final volumes of Das Kapital after Marx's death. By the end, you will understand that without Engels, the Marxism we know today simply would not exist.

Rebellion

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Audiobook details

Rating★★★★★ (5.0) (1)

GenreBiography and Memoir, Philosophy

Length1 hr 31 mins

Publish dateOct 1, 2025

LanguageEnglish

1Title Page

7Beyond the Manifesto

2The Capitalist's Son Who Dreamed of Revolution

8The Reluctant Capitalist

3A Fateful Partnership

9Organizing the Workers of the World

4From the Factory Floor

10Keeper of the Flame

5A Spectre is Haunting Europe

11Finishing the Unfinished Symphony

About the author

Alex Omberg

I publish audiobooks dedicated to philosophy and the biographies of literary giants. Also known as "The Philosophy School," my work focuses on substance and clarity. I aim to provide professional, thorough overviews that explain ideas and lives simply, without talking down to the listener. Whether exploring Stoicism or the world of Virginia Woolf, you will find reliable narratives here. To stay updated on new releases, please subscribe to my mailing list using the link in the personal website section.View all audiobooks by Alex Omberg