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1. Mangroven Realer Humanismus
The book "Real Humanism" by Konrad Lotter offers an in-depth examination of the concept of humanism, traditionally understood as love for humanity and education. It highlights the development of humanism from antiquity through the Renaissance to the Enlightenment and addresses the challenges that humanism faces in the modern world. Lotter argues that modern humanism is threatened by social exclusions and technological developments that call into question human autonomy and identity. The author critically engages with transhumanism, which views humans as beings that can be transformed through science and technology. In contrast, real humanism advocates for a return to human nature and the values that define individuals. This scholarly book is a well-founded and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in philosophical questions and the role of humanity in today's society.
2. Mangroven Kampf macht uns menschlich
"Struggle Makes Us Human" is an insightful non-fiction book that delves deeply into the teachings of socialist movements. In an engaging dialogue between authors Frank Barat and Vijay Prashad, central themes of politics and the state are illuminated. The book offers a critical analysis of the role of struggles in society and encourages reflection on social justice. It is a valuable contribution to the discussion of the human experience in the context of political movements. The authors bring their diverse perspectives and invite readers to explore the challenges and achievements of socialist movements. With 124 pages, the book provides a compact yet profound examination of its subject and is aimed at both social science enthusiasts and politically engaged individuals.
3. Mangroven Was die Welt am Laufen hält
"What Keeps the World Running" by Paul Cockshott is a comprehensive academic book that analyzes the development of human labor from the earliest societies to modern times. The author combines scientific and economic perspectives to illuminate the complex relationships between technology, society, and the economy. By linking Marxist economics with technological progress, Cockshott offers a critical view of human history. This work is suitable not only for professionals but also for interested readers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of labor and its impact on society. With 430 pages, the book provides a detailed analysis that considers both historical and contemporary aspects.
4. Mangroven Faust und die Dialektik
"Faust and the Dialectic" by Thomas Metscher is a comprehensive examination of the complex work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The analysis highlights the multifaceted reception of Goethe's Faust, which has evolved over the centuries. While the title character was long perceived as a positive figure, a hero and boundary crosser, this perspective has changed over time. Metscher addresses the aporias of reception and demonstrates how the contradictory structures within the text itself are often misunderstood. This critical engagement with the work not only provides a deep insight into literary studies but also encourages reflection on the cultural and societal implications of Goethe's work. The book is aimed at students and enthusiasts of German studies, as well as anyone interested in exploring the complexity of classical literature.
5. Mangroven Eine Theorie des Imperialismus
A Theory of Imperialism by Prabhat Patnaik offers an in-depth analysis of the complex dynamics of imperialism and its effects on global political and economic structures. This academic book examines the historical and theoretical foundations of imperialism, incorporating both classical and modern perspectives. Patnaik highlights the role of states and institutions in the context of imperialist practices and provides critical insights into the social and political implications of these phenomena. The book is aimed at students and professionals in the social sciences who seek a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of imperialism and its influence on the current world order. With a clear and precise writing style, this work is both informative and stimulating for broader discussions about power relations and social justice.
6. Mangroven Das Reich der Freiheit beginnt mit der Verkürzung des Arbeitstages
In the third volume of Capital, Karl Marx clearly named the ultimate aim of communism and the measure of its realization: the freedom granted to each individual, as soon as the work necessary to satisfy the needs of all is collectively organized. The accuracy and validity of this neglected and forgotten aspect of his thought is once again evident in the current situation. At the beginning of the 21st century, the realm of non-freedom is expanding. The theft of working time at the expense of wage earners has taken on the dimensions of a global plunder. The eight-hour workday, won through hard struggle, is under threat. We are witnessing the end of a phenomenon that has been observed for more than a hundred years: the reduction of working hours. And unemployment, which plunges many people into misery, seems to have no impact on this. The masters of wage labor have decided to turn back the clocks by all means, to rewind the hands, and to seize every single moment: human surplus labor still represents the most profitable resource for the market economy. This aggressive appropriation of time, waged like a crusade through so-called reforms, is met with considerable resistance. It is urgently time to resume a struggle that has lasted for more than a hundred years.
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Das Reich der Freiheit beginnt mit der Verkürzung des Arbeitstages
German, Michael Löwy, Olivier Besancenot, 2024
7. Mangroven Reiterer:Planung, Markt und Wertgesetz
This text aims to initiate a debate on planning as an alternative and political necessity in the confrontation with the neoliberal, neo-imperialist world system. The brevity of the text and its ambition to address as many topics as possible indicate that it does not intend to formulate definitive positions. We want to bring to the surface an argument that has been completely buried by liberal hegemony - no more, no less. After the collapse of the Soviet system, the elites and their intellectuals succeeded in stifling any debate about planning in the political public sphere. We find ourselves in a situation reminiscent of a century ago. In some leftist niches, there is a high-level discussion taking place in the English-speaking political-economic discourse, even if it is not particularly broad. Therefore, it is all the more urgent to engage in this debate in the German-speaking world. The political aspects, in particular, must be emphasized. The question of efficiency is still at the forefront. This is an outstanding political issue. However, the crucial point seems to me to be: How can the necessity of planning be reconciled with the imperative of political self-determination at both the social and individual levels? And: Are the market (self-regulation) and planning really so irreconcilable?.
8. Mangroven Die Sanktionsmaschine
Since February 2022, Germany has been waging an unprecedented economic war against Russia, based on the expectation expressed by its foreign minister that this will lead to Russia's "ruin." Drawing on American literature, the author examines "sanctions" as the "economic weapon of modern warfare" (Nicholas Mulder). He highlights the dual nature of this weapon. The "external economic war" is increasingly turning into an "internal economic war." On one hand, the growing danger of such economic wars escalating into shooting wars is outlined. On the other hand, the opportunities are sketched out to initiate a movement against the looming third world war that could lead to a revolutionary transformation for the better, unlike in the two previous world wars, before a world war occurs. This could not only prevent such a final world war but also open the door for the working classes to embark on a third European attempt at socialism.
9. Mangroven Soziologie des Ideologischen
Expanded new edition with an introduction by Christoph Jünke. What is 'ideology' and what role does it play in modern, late-bourgeois forms of society? In this work, first published in 1975, the dialectical social theorist and social philosopher Leo Kofler takes a comprehensive yet concise look at the theoretical concept of ideology and the ideological currents of his time. He examines the processes of reification, alienation, and fetishization of human thought and action, highlighting the ideological character of social, intellectual, religious, and aesthetic forms of consciousness. He addresses the world of class-bound educational work as well as the technological rationality of late capitalism, which has become a 'second nature', the dialectic of enjoyment and asceticism, as well as the pervasive security ideology. Kofler argues that there can be no talk of a progressive de-ideologization; rather, the frequently proclaimed end of ideologies proves to be merely another ideology. And even though the 'old left' has fundamentally changed and is essentially in decline, there still exists a milieu of progressive humanists, a 'progressive elite', who take the old promises of the bourgeois and socialist emancipation movements seriously and form the politically-intellectual ferment of emancipatory change processes, as long as they see through and break the modern false consciousness.
10. Mangroven Der Foucault-Ismus
"The Foucault-ism" is a scholarly book that analyzes and critiques the central teachings of Michel Foucault. Written by Meinhard Creydt, the book provides an in-depth examination of the social science aspects of Foucault's work. It is aimed at students and professionals in the social sciences, particularly in the fields of sociology and anthropology. Through a critical analysis of Foucault's theories, it conveys a comprehensive understanding of his ideas and their relevance to modern society. The book is written in German and offers a solid foundation for anyone interested in exploring Foucault's influence on the social sciences.
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