Adorno's frank and open challenge to directness, and the avoidance of language that 'gives itself over either to the market, to balderdash, or to the predominating vulgarity', is as timely today as it ever has been.
In this remarkable work written 50 years ago, Adorno showcases the dangers inherent in modern obsessions with consumption.
In this remarkable work written 50 years ago, Adorno showcases the dangers inherent in modern obsessions with consumption.