Andre Gorz considers technological advancements and developments that save our time as economic rationalization. He presents various examples ranging from fast food to grocery apps and childcare etc. His concepts of economic rationalization to save more time for leisure activities, mimics capitalism as in capitalism the labor actually sells their…
Movability of wealth always remained a topic of interest in human history. In very early ages, human were not supposed to store, accumulate and have more than required. They used to have land what they could process and cultivate and then enjoy the outcome on their own. Even if they…
Pilgrimage being the fifth main pillar of Islam has a lot of importance. It’s not only religious and spiritual in nature but also has many economic, political, social, and power objectives. The concept of moving to Makkah for economic activity in defined days to organize and attend fairs was already…
Hegel’s theory of recognition is based on a principle of mutuality and emphases that it’s bi-directional and recognition involves freedom, respect, empathy and compassion. When we talk about relationship between individuals and institutions, it has lot to do with the “meaning” of things and inclusion. An individual needs to relate…
‘Work’ as we know it, is a modern invention, writes André Gorz.
Elaborate on the distinctive features of the modern notion of labor that emerged with the advent of manufacturing capitalism.
Work & Labor under capitalism has become a commodity and the labor time and services can be bought for…
