Peter Sedgwick fut un traducteur important et un militant socialiste engagé dont les écrits exploraient la relation complexe entre la politique et la psyché humaine. Il examina de manière critique comment les idéologies politiques dominantes et les concepts de maladie mentale pouvaient être manipulés pour justifier des mesures d'austérité et la réduction des services publics. Le travail de Sedgwick sert de commentaire profond sur les forces sociales qui façonnent le bien-être individuel et l'action politique collective, exhortant les lecteurs à considérer les implications plus larges des décisions politiques sur la santé mentale.
This book proposes that Nietzsche should be viewed as an economic thinker to rank alongside Marx. Peter Sedgwick shows how Nietzsche views economy as the basic condition under which the 'human animal' developed. Economy, Nietzsche argues, endowed us with futurity, and is a defining aspect of human behaviour.
An impassioned critique of mental health movements from one of the left's most important thinkers on health
Focusing on the concept of the 'hypermodern', this book examines how technological advancements influence our perception and understanding of the world. It delves into contemporary culture's relentless pursuit of speed and efficiency, questioning how these factors shape our experiences and interpretations of reality in a fast-paced environment.
Peter R. Sedgwick, a reader in philosophy at Cardiff University, explores key concepts and economic themes in Nietzsche's work. His expertise is reflected in his previous writings, including "Nietzsche: Key Concepts" and "Nietzsche's Economy," where he delves into the complexities of Nietzsche's philosophy, providing insights into his ideas and their implications for contemporary thought.
A guide to Nietzsche, one of the influential philosophers of the nineteenth century. This book explores such ideas as decadence epistemology, modernity nihilism, and will to power. It is suitable for students in the fields of philosophy, literature, and religion and cultural theory.