Dialectic of Enlightenment: Philosophical Fragments (Cultural Memory in the Present)
by Theodor W. Adorno, Max Horkheimer
In Dialectic of Enlightenment, Adorno and Horkheimer dissect the Enlightenment's legacy, revealing how reason, intended to free humanity, often enforces domination. This collection of philosophical fragments probes the cultural and social contradictions of modernity, offering profound insights into the interplay of progress and regression.
About This Book
Dialectic of Enlightenment is a seminal work by Theodor W. Adorno and Max Horkheimer, presenting philosophical fragments that examine the tensions within Enlightenment thought.
The book addresses how the pursuit of rationality has led to both advancement and new forms of control in contemporary culture.
As part of the Cultural Memory in the Present series, it reflects on the historical and social dimensions of enlightenment ideals.
Through critical analysis, the authors highlight the dialectical nature of progress, where enlightenment reverts into mythology.
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