基本信息出版社：Routledge
页码：224 页
出版日期：2001年11月
ISBN：0415271002
条形码：9780415271004
装帧：平装
正文语种：英语
丛书名：Routledge Classics
外文书名：星星坠落地球

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In this remarkable work written 50 years ago, Adorno showcases the dangers inherent in modern obsessions with consumption.
作者简介 Theodor Adorno (1903 - 1969). German philosopher who was a leading member of the Frankfurt School. Adorno led an influential attack on the "culture industry" prevalent in contemporary capitalist society.
编辑推荐 From Library Journal
These four essays, originally written between the late 1930s and mid-1950s, examine significant instances of what Adorno calls "irrational" systems of thought in contemporary culture. He analyzes such phenomena as occultism, anti-Semitism, and the relationship between anti-Semitism and fascist thinking. His analysis illustrates common elements in all the systems examined. The lead article, "The Stars Down to Earth," is a content analysis of the astrology column of the Los Angeles Times during a visit Adorno made to the United States in 1953; it sets the tone for the other essays. What is particularly clear from Adorno's examination is the subtle and manipulative nature of such beliefs. The resurgence of extreme religious and political organizations, and the difficulty with which certain patterns of thought seem to die, illustrates the extent to which those ideas have penetrated our culture and the dangers they still hold. Editor Crook's lead-ins to the essays are useful. Recommended for all collections of the history and sociology of contemporary culture and mass movements.
Terry Skeats, Bishop's Univ. Lib., Lennoxville, Quebec
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Review
'There is no question of the contemporary importance and relevance of these essays. T. W. Adorno is one of the great critics of the role of irrational authoritarianism in contemporary society.' Douglas Kellner 'This collection demonstrates the continuing relevance of Adorno's work to the analysis and understanding of modern times. A brilliant contribution to the sociology of racism, anti-Semitism and popular culture.' - Bryan S. Turner, co-editor, The Penguin Dictionary of Sociology 'Theodor Adorno returns from the grave to deliver this timely warning about the dangers of superstition.' Review

'Theodor Adorno returns from the grave to deliver this timely warning about the dangers of superstition.' Review

'There is no question of the contemporary importance and relevance of these essays. T. W. Adorno is one of the great critics of the role of irrational authoritarianism in contemporary society.' Douglas Kellner

'This collection demonstrates the continuing relevance of Adorno's work to the analysis and understanding of modern times. A brilliant contribution to the sociology of racism, anti-Semitism and popular culture.' - Bryan S. Turner, co-editor, The Penguin Dictionary of Sociology

Theodor Adorno returns from the grave to deliver this timely warning about the dangers of superstition. Review

There is no question of the contemporary importance and relevance of these essays. T. W. Adorno is one of the great critics of the role of irrational authoritarianism in contemporary society. Douglas Kellner

This collection demonstrates the continuing relevance of Adornos work to the analysis and understanding of modern times. A brilliant contribution to the sociology of racism, anti-Semitism and popular culture. - Bryan S. Turner, co-editor, The Penguin Dictionary of Sociology