{"title":"Alan Sears","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of \u003cstrong\u003eAlan Sears\u003c\/strong\u003e, an influential author in the fields of philosophy and psychology. Sears expertly delves into themes of alienation, sexuality, and social theory, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of these complex topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eEros and Alienation\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that critically examines the relationship between personal desires and societal structures. In this insightful text, Sears provides an analysis of how modern culture influences personal identity and social connections, making it an essential read for those interested in the interplay between individual psychology and broader social dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Sears' compelling narratives and analytical prowess make his works a valuable addition to any collection focused on philosophical and psychological exploration. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or simply an avid reader looking for intellectual enrichment, Sears' books promise to engage and challenge your understanding of contemporary social issues.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eros-and-alienation-by-alan-sears-9780745349435","title":"Eros and Alienation","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Takes social reproduction feminism and queer Marxism in exciting new directions'\u003c\/em\u003e - Peter Drucker, author of \u003cem\u003eWarped\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur deeply human drive to shape the world around us and fulfil ourselves through labour is subverted by capitalist alienation, leaving us to find fulfilment elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, our erotic drives become the central focus for transformation and life-making but are themselves restricted and fuelled by whatever energy is left after completing the monetised or social reproductive work required to survive. This alienation encounters ongoing resistance, as life-making activity can never be fully separated from the person who labours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEros and Alienation\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the underexplored relationship between alienated labour and sexuality. Alan Sears explores the ways this alienation frames the processes of gender and sexual formation, showing how the organisation of work contributes to the development of a dominant regime of gendered sexualities, defined by a binary gender mapping of desire as heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000607326444,"sku":"9780745349435","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9851483482453.jpg?v=1763288873"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/alan-sears.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}