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Quote by Jean Baudrillard

“Power floats like money, like language, like theory.”

Quote by Jean Baudrillard

Book:Simulacra and Simulation

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Simulacra and Simulation

In this thought-provoking work, the author delves into the complexities of a world where technology has blurred the lines between the real and the artificial. The narrative intertwines the lives of various characters, each grappling with the implications of their existence in a simulated reality. more

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Jean Baudrillard

Jean Baudrillard was a French philosopher known for his critical studies on consumerism, media, and semiotics. His theories have had a profound impact on postmodernism and cultural studies. more

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