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Los Enemigos del Comercio presents the first comprehensive history of communism, tracing its stages to reveal the parallel evolution of individualism and liberal thought. Following an investigative thread that contextualizes those who, throughout history, have argued that property is theft and commerce its tool, Antonio Escohotado meticulously reviews the situations and arguments opposing the consumer society we have recently embraced, which dominated political and moral discourse from the mid-nineteenth century to the late twentieth century.
This first volume of the trilogy, beginning with Greco-Roman civilization, uncovers in pre-Christian sects the seed of the idea that money is an infectious evil—a notion that resurfaces with Jesus expelling the merchants from the temple, his first and last public act, ultimately laying the foundation for a collectivist Middle Ages. Approaching these issues from the opposite of dogmatism, the narrative progresses through a framework of coordinates that compare social, political, and aesthetic circumstances at each moment, guided by a commitment to value-neutral analysis. This study invites the reader to share in a lengthy journey, where insights into our origins are imbued with the unmatched vibrancy of reality.
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© Antonio Escohotado, 2008. First edition published in Spain by Espasa Calpe. All rights reserved. Rights available for translation, adaptation, and distribution except in territories where rights have already been granted. For rights inquiries, please contact La Emboscadura.
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Author Biography
Throughout his career, Escohotado tackled controversial topics related to drug legalization, individual freedom, and state control. His work has shaped public debate on these issues, and he has been a vocal advocate for the decriminalization of drugs and for policies based on harm reduction.
In addition to his work on drugs, Antonio Escohotado has written extensively on philosophy, politics, and sociology, and has taught at various academic institutions in Spain and abroad. His ideas and reflections have been the subject of debate and analysis across a range of fields, establishing him as a prominent figure in Spain’s intellectual and political life.
In summary, Antonio Escohotado is a prolific and provocative intellectual who has made significant contributions to discussions on topics such as drugs, individual liberty, and politics. His extensive body of work, which exceeds twenty titles, has left a lasting impact on contemporary thought, shedding light on subjects that “once reigned in darkness” and now benefit from the exhaustive research conducted by Escohotado.
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Bibliographic Information
- Publisher La Emboscadura
- Publication Date December 2018
- Orginal LanguageSpanish
- ISBN/Identifier 9781790904594 / 1790904595
- Publication Country or regionSpain
- FormatPaperback
- Pages620
- ReadershipGeneral
- Publish StatusPublished
- Copyright Year2008
- Page size15.24 x 3.94 x 22.86 cm
- Series Part1
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