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Revenge of the crystal : selected writings on the modern object and its destiny, 1968-1983
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Revenge of the crystal : selected writings on the modern object and its destiny, 1968-1983

by Jean Baudrillard, Paul Foss, Julian Pefanis

This collection presents the first substantial English translation of the French philosopher's key writings. It includes 1970s critiques of Marxism and consumption, as well as later essays analysing sexuality and the nature of politics in postmodern society.

Accession 26176 ISBN 0949138304 Publisher Pluto Press
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