Stiegler, Bernard
What Makes Life Worth Living
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745662718
- author:
- Stiegler, Bernard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 13.8 x 1 x 21.6 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Philosophy, Political
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The crisis of spirit that Paul Valéry wrote about in the aftermath of the First World War remains relevant today. Consumer capitalism has created an environment where short-term gain is prioritized over long-term well-being, leading to a decline in mental health and a sense of disconnection from our own desires. Stiegler argues that this crisis can be addressed through a 'pharmacology of the spirit', which involves using technology to create new possibilities for human experience. By examining the work of thinkers such as Socrates, Simondon, and Derrida, Stiegler shows how technics can both contribute to our suffering and provide a means of living a more fulfilling life. In this book, Stiegler explores the relationship between technology, desire, and the human spirit, offering a new perspective on how we might create a more meaningful and sustainable way of living.
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