About Walter Benjamin
Walter Benjamin (1892-1940) was a German-Jewish intellectual, philosopher, and cultural critic known for his profound insights into art, literature, and modernity. His seminal works, such as "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction" and "Theses on the Philosophy of History," explore themes of aesthetics, history, and social theory. A key figure in the Frankfurt School, Benjamin's thought has profoundly influenced contemporary critical theory and continues to resonate in discussions of culture and politics.
