Capitalist Realism. Book Summary

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Mark Fisher

What’s inside

Mark Fisher explores the widespread notion that capitalism is the only viable political and economic system, and challenges this concept by analyzing cultural phenomena and ideological dominance.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the influence of capitalism on contemporary culture
  • Critiquing the limitations of current political discourse
  • Exploring the intersection of economics and mental health
  • Considering pathways to alternative future societies

Key Points

  • The concept of ‘Capitalist Realism’
  • Impact of capitalism on culture and education
  • Mental health under capitalist society
  • The prevalence of bureaucratic anti-production
  • The role of media and technology in reinforcing capitalism
  • Possible strategies for envisioning alternatives to capitalism

Who’s it For

  • Students of cultural studies
  • Critics of capitalism
  • Political theorists
  • Philosophers
  • Social activists

About the author

Mark Fisher was a British writer, critic, and lecturer known for his influential views on politics, culture, and philosophy.