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EAN : 9782355221262
Shaping : BROCHE
Pages : 208
Size : 140 x 205 mm
ARTIFICIAL NEEDS

Collection : ZONES
Release date : 19/09/2019
Given that capitalism creates ever new artificial needs, putting an end to the voracity of consumers involves defining needs which are authentic and recognized by all. Razmig Keucheyan’s new book follows this important idea as he investigates a real emancipation policy.
His discussion relies on thematic chapters about light pollution, the...
Given that capitalism creates ever new artificial needs, putting an end to the voracity of consumers involves defining needs which are authentic and recognized by all. Razmig Keucheyan’s new book follows this important idea as he investigates a real emancipation policy.
His discussion relies on thematic chapters about light pollution, the psychology of compulsive consumption or merchandise guarantees to develop a critical theory of consumerism.
Along the way, the book cites Karl Marx, André Gorz and Agnes Heller’s theory of need. For these authors, authentic needs have a revolutionary potential. As Marx said, “A radical revolution can only be the revolution of radical needs.”
 
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EAN : 9782355221262
Shaping : BROCHE
Pages : 208
Size : 140 x 205 mm
La Découverte