Karl Marx's Teachings and Capitalism Karl Marx: the political economist, revolutionary, and the philosopher, was one of the most influential thinkers of the nineteenth century. Few men have caused such heated debate, manifest through the continued arguments of pro and anticommunists, as he has done. Notwithstanding this element of charisma through controversy, Marx’ teachings are essential for a comprehensive understanding of capitalism. The keystone of Marx’ theory is formulated in his work, Capital: Volume One. The purpose of the book is to unmask the capitalist mode of production for all to see. Tha