Marcuse

Definition

Herbert Marcuse was a German-American philosopher, sociologist, and political theorist known for his critiques of capitalist society and his association with the Frankfurt School of critical theory. He argued that advanced industrial societies repress human freedom and potential, advocating for radical social change to achieve a free and rational society.

Related terms

Critical Theory:

A philosophical approach to culture, literature, and art that seeks to confront the social, historical, and ideological forces that shape society.

Frankfurt School: A group of mid-20th-century thinkers who developed critical theories about society, culture, economics, and politics in an effort to understand the conditions leading to fascism and authoritarianism.

Consumer Society: A societal order in which buying and selling goods and services is considered a primary economic activity and essential for individual fulfillment and social status