Dreams of Happiness

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Exploring the intersection of radical political ideologies and aesthetics in post-revolutionary France, Neil McWilliam investigates how movements like Saint-Simonianism and Fourierism sought to harness art for social change. The book delves into the diverse philosophies that aimed to enhance human consciousness through aesthetic forms, challenging the notion that social art should be merely didactic. By analyzing overlooked criticism and political texts, McWilliam reveals the complexities of artistic judgment and the limitations faced by radicals in connecting with the working class.