Antonio Gramsci
Philosopher, Politician
1891 – 1937
Who was Antonio Gramsci?
Antonio Gramsci was an Italian writer, politician, political theorist, philosopher, sociologist, and linguist. He was a founding member and onetime leader of the Communist Party of Italy and was imprisoned by Benito Mussolini's Fascist regime.
Gramsci was one of the most important Marxist thinkers in the 20th century. He is a notable figure within modern European thought and his writings analyze culture and political leadership. He is known for his theory of cultural hegemony, which describes how states use cultural institutions to maintain power in capitalist societies.
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- Born
- Jan 22, 1891
Ales - Ethnicity
- Italian people
- Nationality
- Italy
- Profession
- Education
- University of Turin
- Died
- Apr 27, 1937
Rome
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on July 23, 2013
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