The Twilight of Politics

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Mario Tronti's work delves into the evolution of modern politics, asserting its culmination in the twentieth century. He explores the tension between realism and utopia, tracing a historical narrative that includes pivotal events and concepts like the nation-state and political economy. Tronti critiques the contemporary "dictatorship of the present," urging readers to break free from a stagnant perspective that limits both historical reflection and future vision. This analysis reflects his significant influence on Italian operaismo and the broader Left.