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The Work of Guy Debord with Edward Matthews

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Guy Debord: Revolutionary Theorist and Cultural Critic

This chapter explores the significant contributions of Guy Debord to critical and social theory, examining his influence on politics and the punk rock movement. It discusses the lack of academic recognition for Debord and the Situationist International, alongside the challenges of misinterpretation stemming from Debord's limited public discourse. The chapter also highlights the revolutionary potential of language and poetry as tools for challenging capitalist culture and societal norms.

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