The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World
The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World
In The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World, David Graeber explores the notion that the world as we know it is a construct of human making, and significantly, that it holds the potential to be reimagined and recreated. This anthology brings together over two decades of Graeber's most groundbreaking writing, showcasing his breadth of thought and profound influence as an anthropologist, activist, and author. Through a series of essays and interviews, Graeber challenges conventional wisdom and invites readers to envision a society grounded in fundamental human freedoms.
Drawing from his extensive career, Graeber delves into myriad pressing issues including political, economic, and ecological crises that define contemporary life. Amidst an environment where politics often oscillate between maintaining the status quo and longing for a bygone era, Graeber's work stands out for its originality and daring perspective against the norm. His incisive essays confront topics such as inequality, the impact of technology, the identity of "the West," the true essence of democracy, the role of art, and the dynamics of power and protest. Each piece is a testament to his critical eye and imaginative thinking, making a compelling case for a new social order founded on mutual aid and human dignity.
Graeber was celebrated not only for his detailed academic work but also for his spirited involvement in social movements, including his influential role in the Occupy movement. His writing is imbued with an unabashedly visionary spirit and a steadfast dedication to human freedom, offering readers both a critique of the current state of affairs and a hopeful glance toward what could be. This collection, edited by Nika Dubrovksy and featuring a foreword by Rebecca Solnit, stands as a powerful tribute to Graeber's enduring legacy and intellectual vigour.
During times of widespread upheaval and despair, The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World emerges as essential reading. The volume's thought-provoking and engaging essays highlight Graeber's unique talent for turning complex ideas into accessible, engaging narratives. It is a profound reminder of his importance as a thinker whose playful yet necessary insights continue to inspire and challenge us to imagine a world built on more just and humane principles.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241734391
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 November 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Allen Lane
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 1.0mm
Width: 1.0mm
Height: 1.0mm
Weight: 1g
Pages: 384
About the Author
David Graeber was a professor of anthropology at the London School of Economics. He is the author of, among others, The Dawn of Everything- A New History of Humanity, Debt- The First 5,000 Years, Bullshit Jobs- A Theory, and Pirate Enlightenment, and was a contributor to Harper's Magazine, the Guardian, and the Baffler. An iconic thinker and renowned activist, his early efforts helped to make Occupy Wall Street an era-defining movement. He died on 2 September 2020.
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