The Curious Enlightenment of Professor Caritat

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A Novel of Ideas

By Steven Lukes

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Summary

The Curious Enlightenment of Professor Caritat by Steven Lukes follows the misadventures of Professor Nicholas Caritat, a benign and bookish academic. He embarks on a quest, amid political upheaval, to find the best possible society. As he journeys through various utopian and dystopian lands, his experiences offer satirical insights into modern ideologies and philosophies.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate satirical, philosophical narratives that explore political ideologies through the lens of a quest. The story cleverly blends humour and critique, providing an engaging reflection on society and human nature, making it a compelling read for those who enjoy thinking deeply while being entertained.

The Curious Enlightenment of Professor Caritat

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The Curious Enlightenment of Professor Caritat is a brilliant fictional journey through Western political philosophy by one of our most original thinkers. Professor Caritat, a middle-aged Candide, walks naively through the neighbouring countries of Utilitaria, Communitaria and Libertaria, in his quest to find the best of all possible worlds.

Cut loose from the confines of his ivory tower, this wandering professor is made to confront the perplexed state of modern thinking in this dazzling comedy of ideas.

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The Curious Enlightenment of Professor Caritat by Steven Lukes is praised for its clear writing style and serious wit, blending humour and intellect in a commendable manner. It is regarded as a delightful, clever contemporary political satire with parallels to the works of classic satirists like Swift, Voltaire, and Carroll. The novel's satirical humour is both engaging and reminiscent of literary classics, making it a captivating read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781839763977

Publisher: Verso Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Verso Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 217g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Steven Lukes is Professor of Politics and Sociology at New York University.He is the author of numerous works, including Emile Durkheim, Power, and What Is Left?