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2173115The Society of the Spectaclehttps://www.gandhi.com.mx/the-society-of-the-spectacle-1/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/1868427/0f59c2a3-0be3-458e-9754-6944245e5f95.jpg?v=6388741488439300003939MXNGood PressInStock/Ebooks/<p>In "The Society of the Spectacle," Guy Debord offers a seminal critique of contemporary society, where social relations are dominated by images and commodification. Debords 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. Debords incisive critique remains highly relevant in todays 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.</p>...2071326The Society of the Spectacle3939https://www.gandhi.com.mx/the-society-of-the-spectacle-1/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/1868427/0f59c2a3-0be3-458e-9754-6944245e5f95.jpg?v=638874148843930000InStockMXN99999DIEbook20214064066466022_W3siaWQiOiI2MTc4YTdlZS05Y2Y2LTRjMWYtYTFlZi0yYTc0Nzg3ZDJhYmYiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjM5LCJkaXNjb3VudCI6MCwic2VsbGluZ1ByaWNlIjozOSwiaW5jbHVkZXNUYXgiOnRydWUsInByaWNlVHlwZSI6Ildob2xlc2FsZSIsImN1cnJlbmN5IjoiTVhOIiwiZnJvbSI6IjIwMjUtMDctMDZUMTM6MDA6MDBaIiwicmVnaW9uIjoiTVgiLCJpc1ByZW9yZGVyIjpmYWxzZX1d4064066466022_pThe Society of the Spectacle is a work of philosophy by Guy Debord. In it the author expands on the concept of the Spectacle, coupled with presentations of Marxist critical theory./p(*_*)4064066466022_<p>Guy Debords The Society of the Spectacle is a seminal work in the field of critical theory, exploring the dominance of images and spectacle in modern society. Written in a concise and aphoristic style, the book critiques the capitalist systems use of spectacle to control and manipulate individuals, condemning the passivity and alienation it fosters. Drawing on Marxist theory and philosophy, Debord delves into the ways in which the spectacle creates a false consciousness and distorts reality, resulting in the commodification of everyday life. The Society of the Spectacle serves as a wake-up call to readers, urging them to resist the seductive illusions of consumer culture and reclaim their autonomy. Guy Debord, a founding member of the Situationist International, was a French philosopher and filmmaker known for his radical critiques of society and revolutionary theories. Influenced by the events of May 1968 in Paris, Debords work challenges mainstream narratives and calls for a total overthrow of the existing social order. Recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of the impact of media and consumerism on society.</p>...(*_*)4064066466022_<p>In "The Society of the Spectacle," Guy Debord offers a seminal critique of contemporary society, where social relations are dominated by images and commodification. Debords 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. Debords incisive critique remains highly relevant in todays 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.</p>...4064066466022_Good Presslibro_electonico_687479d5-e764-3406-a4d5-9f748be457b4_4064066466022;4064066466022_4064066466022Guy DebordInglésMéxicohttps://getbook.kobo.com/koboid-prod-public/bookwire-epub-3fe7b5da-0b30-493b-a7cf-bedadee3caa0.epub2021-04-10T00:00:00+00:00Good Press