Marxist theorists are scholars and thinkers who analyze society through the lens of Karl Marx's ideas. They focus on the struggles between different social classes, particularly the conflict between the bourgeoisie (owners of production) and the proletariat (working class). Their work often critiques capitalism and explores how economic systems shape social relations and power dynamics. These theorists have contributed to various fields, including sociology, political science, and economics. Notable figures include Friedrich Engels, who co-authored key texts with Marx, and later thinkers like Antonio Gramsci and Herbert Marcuse, who expanded Marxist ideas to address cultural and ideological issues in society.