First as Tragedy, Then as Farce. Book Summary

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Slavoj Žižek

What’s inside

Slavoj Žižek’s ‘First as Tragedy, Then as Farce’ critiques global capitalism through the lens of Marxist philosophy, examining events from 9/11 to the 2008 financial crisis.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of contemporary political ideologies
  • Critical analysis of post-9/11 capitalism
  • Exposure to Marxist philosophical perspectives
  • Insights into neoliberalism and its critiques

Key Points

  • The failure of global capitalism as seen in the 2008 crisis
  • Ideological dimensions of the War on Terror
  • The concept of ‘communism’ as a political notion
  • Critique of liberal democratic ideology
  • Analysis of cultural phenomena through Marxist theory
  • The role of ideology in contemporary capitalism

Who’s it For

  • Students of Philosophy
  • Critics of Capitalism
  • Political Science Enthusiasts
  • Readers Interested in Marxist Theory

About the author

Slavoj Žižek is a Slovenian philosopher and cultural critic known for his provocative ideas on politics and culture.