For the first time, this volume gathers Jurgen Habermas’s seminal essays on social theory, the modern state, and democratic order. Edited with care, it spans his early contributions through later reflections on psychoanalysis and welfare state crises.
Habermas explores the foundations of a revised Marxist theory aimed at critically examining modernity and sustaining democratic dialogue. He argues that invoking a universal concept of reason is essential for a healthy society and critiques institutional structures accordingly.
Published by Beacon Press, this paperback edition offers clear editorial framing and contextual notes, guiding readers through complex debates on communicative action and social structures.
Key Themes
- Theory of communicative action and social structures
- Development and crisis of welfare states
- Intersection of psychoanalysis and social critique
- Foundations for democratic social order
Suitable for students and scholars of sociology, political theory, and philosophy, this reader provides a comprehensive overview of Habermas’s intellectual journey and his ongoing relevance to debates on democracy and modern society.
