Critical theory and libertarian socialism : realizing the political potential of critical social theory / Charles Masquelier.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Masquelier, Charles, author.

Series:

Critical theory and contemporary society.

Critical theory and contemporary society

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Critical theory--Political aspects.

Critical theory.

Socialism.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (225 p.)

Place of Publication:

New York : Bloomsbury, 2014.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

"This volume in the Critical Theory and Contemporary Society series examines the role critical theory plays in today's political, social, and economic crises, showing how it can help to both diagnose and remedy such problems. Critical social theory is first revisited by exposing the affinity between Marx's critique of political economy, the critique of instrumental reason elaborated by the first generation of the Frankfurt School, and the libertarian socialism of G.D.H. Cole. This is followed by a proposal for a radical reorganization of economic and political life and the corresponding development of emancipatory practices presupposing the reconciliation of humanity and nature. Lastly, the contemporary relevance of these institutions and practices are discussed, along with cases of contemporary forms of resistance, such as the Occupy Movement and alter-globalisation. By bringing together the concerns of critical theory and libertarian socialism, this volume not only illustrates the practical side of critical theory, but also highlights its contemporary relevance. Researchers in political theory, social theory and political philosophy will find this an engaging work that will stimulate debates about new alternatives to existing problems."--Bloomsbury Publishing.

Contents:

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Chapter 1: Human Emancipation and Labour as Self-Realization

Chapter 2: Towards the Reconciliation of Humanity and Nature

Chapter 3: Realising the Transformative Potential of Critical Theory

Chapter 4: The Premises of Institutionalized Emancipatory Practice

Chapter 5: Human Emancipation and Communication

Chapter 6: Drawing the Contours of Institutionalized Emancipatory Practice

Chapter 7: Critical Theory, Libertarian Socialism and Reconciliation

Chapter 8: Conclusion: Critical Theory, Libertarian Socialism and Contemporary Western Capitalist Societies

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (pages [197]-204) and index.

ISBN:

9781501302084

1501302086

9781441119285

1441119280

OCLC:

1197076493