Militant Modernism

Militant Modernism explores the enduring relevance of modernist design, architecture, and film, emphasizing an evolved form of modernism that continues to be necessary. Owen Hatherley offers new perspectives on familiar figures like Bertolt Brecht, Le Corbusier, and Vladimir Mayakovsky, shedding light on a wide array of 20th-century modernist movements. The book highlights the persistent influence of modernism across diverse styles, from Britain's brutalist architecture to Russian constructivism, asserting that there is no viable alternative to this artistic and architectural tradition.