Avere O Essere? by Erich Fromm
A philosophical and psychological critique of modern society that contrasts two fundamental modes of existence—the 'having' orientation, defined by possession, consumption and acquisitiveness, and the 'being' orientation, defined by presence, productive activity, love and self-realization—arguing that contemporary culture’s emphasis on material ownership and status produces alienation, insecurity and loss of authentic humanity; the book calls for a shift toward values of empathy, creativity, inner freedom and communal solidarity as the basis for personal well‑being and a healthier social order.
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-200
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- Avoir ou être?
- Haben oder Sein?
- Tener o ser?
- To Have or To Be?
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