The Society of the Spectacle

The Society of the Spectacle

Por Ken Knabb (Traductor)

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Formato

ePub

Protección

DRM

Idioma

Inglés

Año Lanzamiento

2021

Sinopsis

In "The Society of the Spectacle," Guy Debord offers a seminal critique of contemporary society, where social relations are dominated by images and commodification. Debord'Äôs literary style is concise and polemical, employing a montage of aphoristic insights that reflect the fragmented nature of modern existence. Rooted in Marxist theory and the Situationist International movement, the work critiques the spectacle as a social relationship mediated by images that alienate individuals from authentic experiences, underscoring the pervasive effects of capitalism on human perception and interaction. Debord, a philosopher, filmmaker, and co-founder of the Situationist International, was deeply influenced by his early experiences in post-war Paris, a city marked by political turmoil and cultural upheaval. His commitment to revolutionary thought and critique of consumer culture emerged from this context, leading him to articulate the concept of the spectacle as both a diagnosis of contemporary society and a call to critical consciousness. His background in avant-garde art and activism shaped the bold and innovative ethos found in his writings. This book is essential for readers seeking to understand the interplay between media, society, and politics in the modern world. Debord's incisive critique remains highly relevant in today's context of pervasive media saturation. "The Society of the Spectacle" is a thought-provoking work that challenges readers to transcend the superficiality of contemporary existence and explore deeper social truths.

Ken Knabb

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  • Editorial:
  • Good Press
  • ISBN:
  • 4064066466022
  • Idioma:
  • Inglés
  • Tamaño:
  • Kb
  • Fecha de lanzamiento:
  • Abril 22, 2021
  • Protección:
  • Adobe DRM
  • Géneros:
  • Filosofía / General
    Filosofía