Slavoj �i�ek

Slovenian philosopher (b. 1949), known for critical theory and psychoanalysis.

Key Contributions:

• Developed ideology critique using Lacanian psychoanalysis.
• Influenced postmodernism and Marxism.
• Explored cultural theory.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Ideology (core concept)
• Critical Theory (social critique)
• Lacan (psychoanalytic influence)
• Marxism (economic critique)
• Culture (cultural analysis)