The Human Condition by Hannah Arendt

The book in question is a philosophical examination of the nature of human activities: labor, work, and action, and their fundamental role in the fabric of society. The author delves into the historical development of these activities, distinguishing them from one another and exploring their transformation in the modern age. The text critically reflects on the decline of the public realm and the rise of the private, the impact of automation on human purpose, and the loss of meaningful political action in contemporary life. The work is a profound inquiry into the ways in which human beings interact with the world, each other, and themselves, ultimately seeking to understand the conditions under which individuals live, act, and establish their presence in the world.

The 5517th greatest book of all time

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Total Points: 72

Since this book was first published in 1958, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 72.0.

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