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AI IMAGE - Portrait of Friedrich Engels studying, late 19th century, (2023). Engels (1820-1895) was a German socialist, and collaborator and supporter of Karl Marx. After Marx's death in 1883, Engels compiled Volumes II and III of "Das Kapital" (1885 and 1894), helped found the Second International, and was the leading authority on Marxism
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In this late 19th century portrait, Friedrich Engels (1820-1895) is depicted in deep concentration as he immerses himself in his studies. Engels, a German socialist and close collaborator of Karl Marx, is shown in a dimly lit room filled with books and papers, the warm glow of a lamp casting long shadows on the walls. The room is adorned with shelves overflowing with volumes, a testament to Engels' vast knowledge and intellectual pursuits. Engels' bearded face, framed by thick sideburns and a bushy mustache, is etched with the lines of a man who has spent countless hours in thought and contemplation. His intense gaze is fixed on the pages before him, his hands poised to make notations or corrections. The image captures the essence of a man deeply engaged in his work, a scholar and political theorist dedicated to advancing the cause of socialism and Marxism. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of political and economic thought in the 19th century. After Marx's death in 1883, Engels took on the monumental task of compiling and editing Volumes II and III of "Das Kapital," ensuring that Marx's groundbreaking theories were preserved and disseminated to a wider audience. Engels was also a founding member of the Second International and the leading authority on Marxist thought, shaping the direction of socialist movements throughout Europe and beyond. This image, created by Heritage Images in 2023, is a testament to the enduring influence of Engels' ideas and the power of the written word to shape history. It invites us to reflect on the importance of intellectual inquiry and the role of scholars and thinkers in shaping the world around us.
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