Friedrich Engels

Friedrich Engels (1820-1895) was a 19th-century German philosopher, social scientist, journalist, and businessman. He is best known for his collaboration with Karl Marx, co-authoring *The Communist Manifesto* and other influential works that laid the foundation for modern communism and socialism. Recent news articles mention Engels in the context of historical analyses of social movements and inequalities. He is referenced in discussions about early feminist movements, specifically his and Marx's critical view of Saint-Simonism. Additionally, he is mentioned as an intellectual figure who, like Marx, drew insights from 19th-century literature, such as Balzac's novels, to understand the social and economic dynamics of their time. Engels remains relevant as a key figure in understanding the historical roots of contemporary debates about economic inequality and social justice.