MARCUSE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com (original) (raw)

[mahr-koo-z_uh_] / mɑrˈku zə /

noun

Herbert, 1898–1979, U.S. political and social philosopher, born in Germany.

Marcuse British

/ mɑːˈkuːzə /

noun

Herbert. 1898–1979, US philosopher, born in Germany. In his later works he analysed the situation of man under monopoly capitalism and the dehumanizing effects of modern technology. His works include Eros and Civilization (1958) and One Dimensional Man (1964)

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When asked to elaborate, he followed up with a six-page “mission statement” articulating the ideas and sources behind the works, citing Marcuse, Spinoza, Mondrian and more.

FromLos Angeles Times • May 5, 2023

It would not be accurate to describe Marcuse as the "founding father" of the Frankfurt School, especially since he became much more famous in America in the 1960s than he had ever been in Germany.

FromSalon • Aug. 20, 2021

In 2016, Roma Laster, a Defense Department employee, filed a complaint at the agency raising concerns about Mr. Schmidt and conflicts of interest, Mr. Marcuse said.

FromNew York Times • May 2, 2020

“This settlement provides significant benefits to class members and future generations of students,” said Deborah Marcuse, a partner with the law firm which represents the plaintiffs.

FromWashington Times • Jan. 30, 2020

Julian Marcuse, a contributing editor of Die Heilkunde, a German medical magazine.

From Alcohol: A Dangerous and Unnecessary Medicine, How and Why What Medical Writers Say by Allen, Martha Meir

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