Claeys, Gregory
Utopia: The History of an Idea
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500295526
- author:
- Claeys, Gregory
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Thames & Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.30 kg
- Genre:
- History, Social History, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Utopia: A History of an Idea by Gregory Claeys explores the enduring human quest for the ideal society. From creation myths to model communities and dystopias, this book delves into the influence of the Utopian idea on history. Claeys examines the significance of Utopia in various cultures, including Western societies, America, Asia, Africa, and the Arab world. He discusses how visions of the ideal society have evolved over time, from classical times to the present day. This compelling book reveals the human need to imagine and construct ideal worlds. By tracing the development of Utopian ideas, Claeys sheds light on the complexities of human aspirations for a better world.