The tragedy of European civilization is a protracted historical
event spanning the twentieth century and in many ways is ongoing.
During this time some of the greatest modern thinkers were active,
producing works that both reflected what was happening in history
and contributed towards shaping it. This work is a critique of
their ideas. Harry Redner establishes where and how they went
wrong, in some cases with apocalyptic consequences for Europe and
the world. The great intellectuals of the age, at once
philosophers, sociologists, political theorists, historians and
much else besides, include Marx, Weber, Freud, Elias, Spengler,
Wittgenstein, Heidegger, Arendt, Nietzsche, and Foucault. All of
them had a historical impact, even if only in molding academic
disciplines and shaping of public opinion, as was the case with the
philosophers Wittgenstein and Arendt. This book explores the close
links between anti-Semitism and cultural pessimism and the relation
between psychology and sociology. Other themes range from the
history and theory of the state, to the misconception of language
and power. Suitable for students of sociology, philosophy,
political theory, history, and cultural studies, this brilliant
exploration of our civilization and its tragedies will also be of
interest to intellectual general readers.
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