Class Struggles and Power Dynamics: A Marxist Analysis of Animal Farm and Black Beauty

This article explores class struggles and power dynamics, concentrating on George Orwell’s Animal Farm and Anna Sewell’s Black Beauty from a Marxist perspective. Both authors employ animal characters to symbolize Marxist movements, illustrating themes of class conflict and the critique of capitalism. The study highlights how oppressive systems impact both humans and animals, drawing upon the political and economic theories of Karl Marx. These theories emphasize societal changes arising from class struggles, forming the basis of communism. The research further examines the evolution of Marxist theory by figures such as Vladimir Lenin, Antonio Gramsci, and Rosa Luxemburg. By analyzing these texts, the article underscores the universal relevance of oppression and the necessity for humane treatment of animals and equitable societal structures.