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One-Dimensional Man: Studies in the Ideology of Advanced Industrial Society, 2nd Edition Paperback – October 1, 1991

by Herbert Marcuse (Author), Douglas Kellner (Introduction)

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Originally published in 1964, One-Dimensional Man quickly became one of the most important texts in the ensuing decade of radical political change. This second edition, newly introduced by Marcuse scholar Douglas Kellner, presents Marcuse's best-selling work to another generation of readers in the context of contemporary events.

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Marcuse shows himself to be one of the most radical and forceful thinkers of this time. --The Nation

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Herbert Marcuse (1898-1979) was born in Berlin and educated at the universities of Berlin and Freiburg. He fled Germany in 1933 and arrived in the United States in 1934. Marcuse taught at Columbia, Harvard, Brandeis, and the University of California, San Diego, where he met Andrew Feenberg and William Leiss as graduate students. He is the author of numerous books, including One-Dimensional Man and Eros and Civilization.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Beacon Press; 2nd edition (October 1, 1991)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 260 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0807014176
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0807014172
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.37 x 0.83 x 8.01 inches

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Ben

Great book. Kind of Depressing

Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023

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There are some brilliant notions in this book, and Marcuse conveys it all in a very sexy manner. It can be kind of depressing, or at least it was for me. Still a great read.

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Alexander Homer

Just as relevant now as when it was written

Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2016

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While some Frankfurt School critical texts failed to accurately model the experience of our times (Habermas' Transformation of the Public Sphere, for instance, predicted a decreased role of the public sphere in political decision making - a prediction ultimately undermined by the advent of the internet), Marcuse One-Dimensional Man remains a compelling and frighteningly accurate analysis, especially in the wake of the Trump election. Indeed, as many bemoan that the public sphere seems to be ignoring reported facts in voting, Marcuse already wrote up an explanation for how the reality of the system replaces objective reality, and how individuals indoctrinate themselves without their knowing it. Although the fear of mutually assured destruction has been replaced with the fear of terrorism and the "Eastern" Marxist dictatorships that Marcuse gives equal criticism to (alongside the Western capitalist society that still remains much as it was) no longer exist, or have at least adopted many of the hallmarks of capitalist society, the core of Marcuse's argument remains compelling and instantly recognizable in our own times. He also recognizes the issues of increased technological development and reliance on disposable consumer goods that have only become more noticeable since the book was written. Furthermore, because these fundamental issues are so recognizable in our society, the work remains compelling and fascinating, especially compared to most critical theory works, which can lose the reader's interest in abstract details.

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Jim Altfeld

Fourteen Tons of Bituminous Coal HEAVY!

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2015

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The world has changed a great deal since Marcuse wrote this poignant book. One of the things he wasn't counting on is the end of the Cold War and how the power base has shifted. Nonetheless, there a great many issues he deals with and points out that remain poignant yet today. This book is not for the light reader. It is about fourteen tons of bituminous coal heavy that generates both a lot of thought and angst. Well worth the read! Marcuse obviously had a mind that went clickety-click and he certainly was anything but one dimensional.

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Sparkly unicorn

Modern existentialist

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2022

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I've wanted this book for a while. It is in great condition

Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2014

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The back-cover sells Marcuse as a symbol of the then new left. Indeed he is a very well-read man. Drawing from classic, Marxism, psychoanalysis and some Greek philosophy he seems to offer something new. Not quite. At times this work gives one the impression it is the same old Marxist rhetoric with a new coat of paint. I am amazed at how some important writers can borrow from Marxism, as if those Ideas weren't by then some 100 years old an aging. By around page 20 and something it was clear he was being delusional with his proposal of a world where man could be freed from the need of toiling for their existence. I thought: "in which economy would that work?". During the whole book he avoids giving an exact explanation of how that would work, giving only some hint here and there; the conclusion, however, sent shivers down my spine: "the planned utilization of resources..." (page 252)

Planned economy? Didn't he read anything on economics? The idea of control from below doesn't make any sense either, economically speaking. Who would take the risk, who would innovate ? There are so many questions.

His intentions are good, no arguing with that. But suggesting a whole change based on ideas pulled out of thin air is a bit too dangerous, as Karl Popper - with whom I agree but partially - has already pointed out.

The book is still interesting though. This world is repressive, ideas are controlled and his discussion goes beyond just pointing the obvious. Specially the part where he occupies himself with modern-day language can be used a good tool. People are just not as simple as it suggests, nor are the alternatives so clear as he made them out to be.

Speaking about how Marcuse conveys the idea, the book is fairly well-written, a bit too repetitive and in the last chapters it abuses some constructions "the token of" "to the extent to which". If you don't feel like going through all the 257 pages, the first 30 will offer some 90% of ideas, I would say.

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PRD

A must read for anyone leaving in today's world.

Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2013

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This book's subject is still as contemporary today, as when it was written. A must read for anyone regarding their economic, political or religious background. The language of the introduction may be a little bit daunting , but Kellner redeems himself by the end of the introduction, and in a few words, makes clear what the book is all about. Marcuse's philosophical writing is easy to follow, however, a dictionary could come in handy from time to time. To conclude, a must read for anyone living in today's world.

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Cam

An Important Book

Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2023

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"One Dimensional Man" is no less timely now, in 2023, than it was when it was first published in 1964.

Marcuse's politics are not for everyone. That's fine, But his analyses of the workings of Western society are most important to read, contemplate and conisder.

Emanuele

Perfetto e arrivato in anticipo

Reviewed in Italy on May 5, 2020

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In condizioni perfette è arrivato con 20gg di anticipo sulla consegna prevista. Considerato che è anche difficile da trovare e con pezzi limitati direi mooolto bene!

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Conraux

Le livre qui dit tout sur notre société pourrie

Reviewed in France on December 6, 2013

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Une analyse horriblement juste de la manière dont les humains sont transformés en pantins ridicules et creux par notre culture débile.

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robbie

good condition, important book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2013

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for the price, great condition considering the age; essential and still relevant ideas about the forces that shape and direct a bankrupt civilisation

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