Louis Althusser was a French philosopher who was active in the 20th century. His thoughts were deeply influenced by Marxism, especially focusing on theories of ideology and structuralism. Althusser's theories had a profound impact on subsequent philosophy, sociology, and political science.
Karl Liebknecht was a German socialist and communist politician, born on August 13, 1871, and died on January 15, 1919. He was active in the Social Democratic Party of Germany and was one of the founders of the Communist Party of Germany. He was executed for participating in revolutionary activities.
Mao Zedong, born on December 26, 1893, in Xiangtan County, Hunan Province, and died on September 9, 1976. He was one of the founders of the Communist Party of China and served as the Chairman of the People's Republic of China. Mao played a significant role in the history of China's revolution and construction, proposing many theories and practices with profound influence.
Friedrich Engels was a German philosopher, politician, economist, and revolutionary, co-founder of communist theory with Karl Marx. He was born on November 28, 1820, and died on August 5, 1895.
Former President of Israel and a renowned biochemist, known for his research on photosynthesis and bioluminescence.
Yogaswami, born in 1872, was a mystic and spiritual teacher from Sri Lanka. His life was filled with legends, and he was considered a highly wise and mystical practitioner. Yogaswami's teachings and philosophical thoughts have had a profound impact on posterity.
Billy Meier (born February 3, 1937) is a Swiss journalist and UFO researcher known for his claims of contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. Born in Bülach, Switzerland, he has reported numerous encounters with beings from the Pleiades star cluster (called Plejaren) since the 1950s, providing extensive photographic, video, and physical evidence. His work has sparked controversy, with supporters viewing him as a genuine contactee and critics citing inconsistencies in his evidence. Meier promotes a message of peace, environmental stewardship, and spiritual evolution through his books and lectures.
G.A. Henty, a British novelist, was born on December 8, 1832, and died on November 16, 1902. Known for his historical novels, his works are highly appreciated by young readers.
Eugene V. Debs was a prominent American political leader born on November 5, 1855, and died on October 20, 1926. He was a steadfast socialist and ran for the presidency of the United States four times.
Michael Yates is a renowned economist born in 1946. He has made significant contributions to the field of economics, particularly in labor economics and the structure of capitalist economies.