A Thousand Plateaus by Gilles Deleuze

Capitalism and Schizophrenia

This philosophical work challenges traditional structures of thought by presenting a series of interconnected essays that explore the concept of multiplicity and the fluidity of identity, society, and knowledge. It introduces the idea of the "rhizome" as a model for understanding the world, emphasizing non-hierarchical, decentralized networks over linear, tree-like structures. The text delves into a variety of topics, including linguistics, politics, and psychoanalysis, encouraging readers to embrace complexity and reject rigid categorizations in favor of a more dynamic and interconnected perspective on reality.

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Published
1980
Nationality
French
Length
Long
Pages
500-600
Original Language
French
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(4.7)
Alternate Titles
- Tusen Platåer

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