Max Horkheimer
German philosopher, sociologist, and theorist
Born
February 14th, 1895
130 years ago
Died
July 7th, 1973
51 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Born in 1895, this philosopher and sociologist contributed significantly to critical theory and the Frankfurt School. His work in social philosophy emphasized the interrelationship between society and culture. Co-authored the influential book 'Dialectic of Enlightenment' in 1944, which critiqued modernity and rationality. Served as the director of the Institute for Social Research and engaged in various intellectual debates on totalitarianism and individual freedom.
Co-authored 'Dialectic of Enlightenment'
Directed the Institute for Social Research
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