The New Radicalism in America
Book • 1967
In "The New Radicalism in America: The Intellectual as a Social Type," Christopher Lasch examines the evolution of American intellectual thought, focusing on the period from the early 20th century to the 1960s.
He analyzes the role of intellectuals in shaping social and political movements, exploring the tensions between radicalism and reformism.
Lasch critiques the tendency of intellectuals to prioritize cultural means over political ends, arguing that this approach often leads to superficiality and ineffectiveness.
He examines the relationship between intellectuals and political power, highlighting the complexities of their interactions.
The book's insights remain relevant today, as intellectuals continue to grapple with their role in shaping social and political change.
He analyzes the role of intellectuals in shaping social and political movements, exploring the tensions between radicalism and reformism.
Lasch critiques the tendency of intellectuals to prioritize cultural means over political ends, arguing that this approach often leads to superficiality and ineffectiveness.
He examines the relationship between intellectuals and political power, highlighting the complexities of their interactions.
The book's insights remain relevant today, as intellectuals continue to grapple with their role in shaping social and political change.
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