Caliban and the Witch is a history of the body in the transition to capitalism. Moving from the peasant revolts of the late Middle Ages to the witch-hunts and the rise of mechanical philosophy, Federici investigates the capitalist rationalization of social reproduction.
She shows how the battle against the rebel body and the conflict between body and mind are essential conditions for the development of labor power and self-ownership, two central principles of modern social organization.
A Thousand Plateaus is a fascinating exploration of capitalism and schizophrenia by renowned philosopher Gilles Deleuze and psychoanalyst Felix Guattari. This work is part of their landmark philosophical project, Capitalism and Schizophrenia, which continues to influence contemporary philosophical debates.
The book offers a compelling analysis of social phenomena, providing fresh alternatives for thinking about philosophy and culture. Its radical perspective acts as a toolbox for nomadic thought, making it a significant influence on today's anti-capitalist movement.
Translated by Brian Massumi, this book challenges accepted norms of morality, language, and politics, suggesting an open system of psychological exploration that cuts through conventional boundaries.