What Happened in the Twentieth Century?: Towards a Critique of Extremist Reason

The book "Spheres" by Peter Sloterdijk is a groundbreaking work that offers a fresh perspective on the 20th century.

By focusing on the will to actualize the truth directly in the here and now, Sloterdijk argues that the predominant motif of the century was not historical events or ideologies, but rather a passion for economic and technological "antigravitation." This shift towards consumerism and the easing of burdens through technology has led to a critique of extremist reason and a post-Marxist theory of enrichment.

The book also explores related topics such as the meaning of the Anthropocene, the domestication of humans, and the significance of the sea.

With major new pieces on Derrida and Heidegger's politics, "Spheres" is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the 20th century in a new light.