The Opium of the Intellectuals

Autor*innen

• Raymond Aron

Parameter

• 384 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Politikwissenschaft
• Sachliteratur
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Wirtschaft

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Exploring the interplay between ideology and intellectualism, this influential work critiques the allure of Marxism among intellectuals in the mid-20th century. Aron examines how political beliefs can seduce thinkers, leading to a detachment from reality. He provides a thoughtful analysis of the impact of these ideologies on society and the role of intellectuals in shaping political discourse. Through his sharp observations, Aron encourages readers to question the motivations behind political engagement and the responsibilities of intellectuals.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2017
• Einband: Hardcover