Graham Harman

Graham Harman is a contemporary philosopher known for his work in a field called object-oriented ontology (OOO). He argues that objects—whether they are physical things, ideas, or social constructs—have their own existence and agency, independent of human perception. Harman believes that traditional philosophy often overlooks the complexity of objects and their relationships. His ideas challenge our understanding of how everything in the world interacts, emphasizing that even non-human entities have intrinsic qualities and interactions that shape reality. This perspective invites a broader consideration of the environments and contexts in which these objects exist.