Marx for Beginners

Launched in 1994 by Icon Books, Marx for Beginners is a single-issue comic that distills the life and ideas of Karl Marx into an accessible, illustrated guide. Written by Richard Appignanesi and the celebrated Mexican cartoonist Rius—who also handled the artwork—this volume is part of the iconic "For Beginners" documentary comic series. It remains a concise, visually engaging entry point for readers curious about Marxist theory, blending Rius's distinctive, humorous linework with a straightforward breakdown of complex concepts.