Theodor Adorno
Theodor Adorno was a German philosopher, sociologist, and musicologist, associated with the Frankfurt School of critical theory. His work spanned various fields, including aesthetics, culture, and social theory, where he critically examined the impact of capitalism on culture and individuality. Adorno's writings often addressed the complexities of modern society, articulating a deep concern for the effects of mass culture and consumerism on human experience. His influential texts, such as 'Dialectic of Enlightenment' and 'Minima Moralia,' continue to inform contemporary critical theory and cultural studies.
Born on Sep 11, 1903 (121 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 22,628 | $2,000,000 | 749$ |
| Greece | 1 | 3.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,502 | $190,000 | 82$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,594 | $700,000 | 452$ |
| Totals | 3 | 79,539,502 | 32,724 | $2,890,000 | 1,283$ |
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Switzerland:
Theodor Adorno was another key figure published by Siegfried Unseld.
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Italy:
Theodor Adorno was a philosopher and social critic who was part of the Mann family's social circle.
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Greece:
Theodor Adorno is noted for his strong dislike of jazz music.
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Italy:
Fromm's work was connected to the ideas of Theodor Adorno at the Frankfurt School.
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Ireland:
Theodor Adorno wrote a dense and provocative work in the US while in exile from Germany.
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Nicaragua:
Adorno, along with Horkheimer, developed the concept of 'cultural industry' to describe mass-produced cultural content.
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Venezuela:
Theodor Adorno is cited regarding education for emancipation.
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Spain:
Theodor Adorno is mentioned as a critical reviser of the Enlightenment.
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Spain:
Theodor Adorno warned about the 'intrinsically antitheoretical' nature of reaction in the mid-20th century.
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Spain:
Theodor Adorno was a German philosopher known for his critical theory and contributions to social philosophy.
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