Svend Brinkmann - The Experience Society: Life Beyoned Subjectivity

23 Sep 2025 • 54 min • EN
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An enlightening look at how our elevation of the sensorial and the subjective has impaired our ability to connect—and how we might build that connection back.   In today’s so-called experience society, everything is judged by personal experience, from online shopping to funerals. Value is measured by how satisfying an individual finds their experience, and the experience economy thrives on this desire for entertainment and fulfillment. Yet debates often reach an impasse when reduced to subjective feelings—whether offense is taken or criticisms are dismissed. Svend Brinkmann explores this cultural shift, examining how our reliance on subjective experience limits meaningful discussions and social cohesion. He argues that reclaiming a shared, objective reality is essential for tackling the major issues of our time and for fostering genuine understanding beyond personal perceptions. Buy the book from Wellington Square Bookshop - ​ https://wellingtonsquarebooks.com/book/9781836390954

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