Herbert Marcuse

Contemporary Germany Critical Theory

Biography

German-American philosopher, sociologist, and political theorist. Associated with the Frankfurt School.

Life Dates

Born: July 19, 1898
Died: July 29, 1979

Notable Quotes

"One-dimensional man."
"Free election of masters does not abolish the masters or the slaves."
"Not every problem someone has with society is necessarily due to that society."
"Liberating tolerance would mean intolerance against movements from the Right."
"The range of choice open to the individual is not the decisive factor in determining the degree of human freedom."

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