Quote by Henri Lefebvre

The most remarkable aspect of the transition we are living through is not so much the passage from want to affluence as the passage from labor to leisure. Leisure contains the future, it is the new horizon. The prospect then is one of unremitting labor to bequeath to future generations a chance of founding a society of leisure that will overcome the demands and compulsions of productive labor so that time may be devoted to creative activities or simply to pleasure and happiness.


The most remarkable aspect of the transition we are living t

Summary

This quote highlights the shift from focusing on meeting basic needs to now prioritizing leisure in our lives. The author suggests that leisure is the new frontier, holding the potential for the future. They envision a society where the relentless work of today will pave the way for a future generation to enjoy a life of leisure. This leisure-filled society would free individuals from the burdens of continuous labor and allow them to indulge in creative pursuits, pleasure, and happiness.

By Henri Lefebvre
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