24/7: Late Capitalism and the Ends of Sleep
Description
Jonathan Crary's incisive critique examines the pervasive influence of 24/7 capitalism on human life, arguing that the relentless, non-stop operation of the modern marketplace erodes essential aspects of our existence. This constant activity, incompatible with the restorative withdrawal of sleep, blurs the lines between consumerism, surveillance, and control, fundamentally altering our perception and attentiveness. By exploring the ways in which contemporary technological culture imposes compulsory routines, Crary reveals how this ceaseless demand for engagement impairs our ability to connect and resist. Ultimately, the book posits that sleep, as a radical departure from the logic of perpetual growth, holds the potential for collective refusal and a reimagining of our relationship with time and the world.
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paperback
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Published Jun 4, 2013
144 pages
ISBN: 9781781680933
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First Published
2013
Language
eng
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