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Remythologizing Heidegger: Capitalism, Time, and Authenticity

Anne F. Pomeroy

Discipline: Philosophy

 

Abstract:

Taking a cue from John D. Caputo's 1993 work, Demythologizing Heidegger, the author pursues a "remythologizing" of Heidegger's Being and Time that explores and develops the affinities between that work and Karl Marx's critique of capitalism based upon their respective expositions on inauthenticity and alienation. She suggests that Heidegger's work can deepen our understanding of the foundational existential and ontological impact of the alienation present within the capitalist form of social relations, lead us to a more adequate solidarity with those who suffer within it, and highlight the overlooked strengths of its victims thereby suggesting paths toward liberation.