Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man” 3 of 4 – One-Dimensional Man & Repressive Desublimation

Sigmund Freud's 'The Origin and Development of Psychoanalysis' provides a concise overview of the foundational concepts and evolution of psychoanalytic theory. In this work, Freud outlines the key principles of his revolutionary approach to understanding the human mind, including the role of the unconscious, the significance of early childhood experiences, and the dynamics of repression and defense mechanisms. Freud traces the development of his ideas, from his early work on hysteria to his later formulations of the Oedipus complex and the structure of the psyche. The book elucidates the methods of psychoanalytic treatment, emphasizing the importance of free association and the interpretation of dreams. It serves as an accessible introduction to Freud's groundbreaking contributions to psychology and their lasting impact on the field.

Sigmund Freud's "Civilization and Its Discontents" delves into the inherent conflict between individual desires and societal demands. Freud explores the tension between the pleasure principle and the reality principle, arguing that civilization's restrictions on instinctual gratification lead to widespread unhappiness. He examines the role of aggression and the development of the superego in shaping human behavior. The book also touches upon the influence of religion and the search for meaning in human life. Ultimately, Freud suggests that a degree of discontent is inevitable in a civilized society.

Das Kapital is a comprehensive critique of capitalism written by Karl Marx. The work is divided into three volumes. Volume I, published in 1867, focuses on the production process of capital, introducing the concept of surplus value and the exploitation of labor. Volume II, published posthumously in 1885, examines the circulation of capital, while Volume III, published in 1894, discusses the capitalist process as a whole, including the internal differentiation of the capitalist class and the tendency of the rate of profit to fall. Marx argues that capitalism is characterized by the exploitation of labor, leading to class conflict and eventual crises that necessitate the emergence of a new mode of production[1][4][5].