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The Right to Be Lazy and Other Studies

Paul Lafargue

Übersetzer Charles H. Kerr

Verlag: DigiCat

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In "The Right to Be Lazy, and Other Studies," Paul Lafargue presents a provocative examination of labor, leisure, and the meaning of work within a capitalist society. Written in a spirited yet analytical style, Lafargue's book critiques the bourgeois work ethic that valorizes constant toil and subjugates the human spirit. Drawing upon Marxist principles, he argues for the inherent value of idleness as a critical form of self-liberation, positioning laziness not as a vice but as a legitimate right in reclaiming individual happiness. As an early socialist thinker, Lafargue's perspective is steeped in the socio-political context of 19th-century Europe, where the burgeoning industrial revolution catalyzed debates on labor and leisure's relationship to human fulfillment. Paul Lafargue, a French Marxist and the son-in-law of Karl Marx, imbues this work with personal and ideological insights that stem from his upbringing and intellectual milieu. His experiences as a radical in a rapidly industrializing society, coupled with a deep commitment to socialist ideals, inform his critique of the oppressive nature of relentless labor. Lafargue's philosophical legacy is cemented by this passion for advocating the revolutionary potential of leisure, contextualizing his arguments within broader Marxist discourse. For those intrigued by labor theory or seeking a deeper understanding of the interplay between work and well-being, Lafargue's argument is a must-read. "The Right to Be Lazy" challenges prevailing notions of productivity while advocating for a radical re-evaluation of our relationship with work. This essential text invites readers to reconsider what it means to live a fulfilled life free from the shackles of perpetual labor.
Verfügbar seit: 28.05.2022.
Drucklänge: 89 Seiten.

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