Lucien Goldmann

Lucien Goldmann was a French philosopher and literary critic known for his idea that literature and art reflect the collective experiences and social conditions of a community. He believed that a novel or artwork is shaped by the social class and historical context of its creators, revealing deeper insights into societal struggles and collective consciousness. Goldmann combined philosophy, sociology, and literary analysis to understand how cultural works both influence and are influenced by social realities, emphasizing the interconnectedness of individual ideas and collective history.