Theodor Adorno

Theodor Adorno

philosopher Germany

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 (122 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
104,350
Power
2,776$
Sentiment
7.18
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Spain 1 6.00 0.07% +10% 46,754,778 38,553 $1,400,000 1,154$
Ireland 1 6.00 0.07% +0% 5,030,000 3,718 $5,100 4$
Canada 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 38,005,238 28,748 $1,700,000 1,286$
Argentina 1 7.00 0.07% +0% 45,195,774 33,330 $450,000 332$
Totals 4 134,985,790 104,349 $3,555,100 2,776$
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Indonesia Indonesia: Adorno critiques music's role in society, emphasizing its connection to political issues. 6

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Pakistan Pakistan: The German philosopher Theodor Adorno wrote that writing poetry after the experiences of Auschwitz would be equivalent to barbarism. 5

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Switzerland Switzerland: Theodor Adorno is cited for his observation that antisemitism is a persistent rumor about Jews. 5

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Sweden Sweden: The German philosopher Theodor Adorno claimed that writing poetry after Auschwitz is barbaric. 5

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