The Right to be Lazy

Challenging conventional work ethics, Lafargue argues for the value of leisure and critiques the capitalist drive for productivity. He explores the detrimental effects of overwork on both individuals and society, advocating for a balance between labor and rest. Through a passionate defense of the right to be lazy, the author encourages readers to reconsider their relationship with work and to embrace the joys of idleness as a pathway to a more fulfilling life.