Deleuze, Gilles

Anti-Oedipus: Capitalism and Schizophrenia (Penguin Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780143105824
author:
Deleuze, Gilles
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2009
Pages:
432
Dimensions:
21.23 x 13.72 x 2.82 centimetres
Genre:
Nonfiction, Philosophy, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£16.63

Description

Anti-Oedipus Capitalism and Schizophrenia is a groundbreaking work that challenges the foundations of Western society. First published in France, this book has sparked intense debate and discussion, with some hailing it as a masterpiece and others dismissing it as radical. At its core, Anti-Oedipus presents a provocative theory: that the innate herd instinct of Western society has allowed institutions to exploit individuals' desire for connection, often at the cost of their autonomy.

The authors argue that those who suffer from mental disorders may not be insane, but rather individuals who have been isolated from society by the very systems that claim to support them. This book is a call to rethink the nature of free thinking and challenge the status quo. With its original ideas and unflinching analysis, Anti-Oedipus remains a timely and thought-provoking contribution to the conversation about the human condition.

First published over twenty-five years ago, Anti-Oedipus continues to be a subject of interest and debate. Its ideas and theories continue to resonate with readers who are looking for a fresh perspective on the nature of society and individuality.

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