About
Ralf Dahrendorf was a prominent German-British sociologist, philosopher, political scientist, and liberal politician. He is best known as a class conflict theorist who extensively analyzed class divisions in modern society. Dahrendorf made significant contributions to sociological theory through his numerous articles and books. His most influential works include "Class and Conflict in Industrial Society" (1959) and "Essays in the Theory of Society" (1968).
Career Timeline
Class and Conflict Published
Dahrendorf gains recognition as a class conflict theorist.
German Politician Involvement
Dahrendorf becomes involved in German politics.
Director of London School
Dahrendorf becomes director of the London School of Economics.
Becomes a Lord
Dahrendorf enters British House of Lords.
Active in Liberal Movement
Dahrendorf continues contributions to policy discussions.
Death in Germany
Dahrendorf's death marks end to his influential academic and political career.
Legacy as Class Theorist
Ralf Dahrendorf is remembered primarily within academic circles, but is largely forgotten by the mainstream.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026