The Era of the Individual

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The exploration of post-structuralism's impact on the concept of the human subject is central to this work. Renaut critiques the dismissal of individualism, tracing its roots to Heidegger's distrust of modern society, which he briefly aligned with National Socialism. While recognizing valid concerns about modernity, Renaut argues against conflating it with individualism. By distinguishing between individualism and subjectivity, he offers a historical perspective that challenges reductionist views of humanity, advocating for a renewed understanding of human rights and liberal democracy.