Byung-Chul Han’s What is Power
4 min readApr 28, 2024
A quick summary with 7 key thoughts
Power. The word conjures images of tyrants, forceful commands, and unwavering control. But in his insightful work, What is Power?, South Korean philosopher Byung-Chul Han argues for a more nuanced understanding of this pervasive force. He challenges the traditional view of power as sole domination, instead proposing it as a complex interplay between individuals.