Herbert Marcuse

One-Dimensional Man: Studies in the Ideology of Advanced Industrial Society

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ISBN 13:
9780807014172
author:
Herbert Marcuse
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Beacon Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1991
Pages:
320
Genre:
Popular Philosophy
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£18.45

Description

First published in 1964, One-Dimensional Man is a seminal work of political philosophy that has had a profound impact on radical thought and activism. This second edition, newly introduced by Marcuse scholar Douglas Kellner, presents Marcuse's influential ideas in the context of contemporary events.

Written by Herbert Marcuse, a leading figure in the development of critical theory, One-Dimensional Man explores the concept of a society dominated by consumer culture and the effects of technological advancement on individual freedom. This thought-provoking work has been widely read and debated by scholars and activists alike, and remains a key text in the study of political ideology and social theory.

With its timely and thought-provoking analysis, One-Dimensional Man continues to be a relevant and important work of political philosophy, offering insights into the complexities of modern society and the challenges of creating a more just and equitable world.

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