The Social Function of Philosophy

In this classical text  of Critical Theory which continues to have great contemporary relevance, the German philosopher Max Horkheimer seeks to establish a new definition of philosophy and its function. The text is a general and critical review of the positions of many philosophers and intellectuals from different intellectual backgrounds, revolving around the definition of philosophy and its purported function. The author explores the relationship that philosophy must maintain with society.

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In this classical text  of Critical Theory which continues to have great contemporary relevance, the German philosopher Max Horkheimer seeks to establish a new definition of philosophy and its function. The text is a general and critical review of the positions of many philosophers and intellectuals from different intellectual backgrounds, revolving around the definition of philosophy and its purported function. The author explores the relationship that philosophy must maintain with society.

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