“To believe that the intolerable crime is to burn a few cars and rob some shops, whereas to kill a young man is trivial, is typically in keeping with what Marx regarded as the principal alienation of capitalism: the primacy of things over existence, of commodities over life and machines over workers”
Quote by Alain Badiou
Work
The Rebirth of History: Times of Riots and Uprisings
This book delves into the historical significance of periods characterized by riots and uprisings, analyzing their impact on societal change and the evolution of history. more
Author
Alain Badiou
Alain Badiou is a renowned French philosopher born on January 17, 1937. His philosophical thought is based on mathematics and logic, emphasizing the close connection between politics and philosophy. Badiou's major works include 'Being and Event' and 'The Philosophy of Truth', which have had a profound impact on contemporary philosophy. more
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