- Is this a good first book on ideology?
- Not really. It assumes some grounding in Marxist and critical theory. A general introduction is a better starting point before this one.
- What is the book's main argument?
- Therborn argues that ideologies work by telling people what exists, what is good and what is possible, and that power operates through several axes, not class alone.
- How long is it?
- It is a short book, roughly a long essay in length, so it can be read in a few sittings despite its density.
- Is this edition complete?
- The Verso paperback is the standard English edition of the text, with the author's argument presented in full.
- Does it cover religion and philosophy?
- It touches on belief systems broadly, but its focus is social and political theory rather than religion or philosophy as such.
- Where is the The Ideology of Power and the Power of Ideology cheapest?
- At Target, for $19.95, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the The Ideology of Power and the Power of Ideology?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target.