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Jacques Henric's 'L'homme calculable' Argues Communism Is in Its Infancy

publication · 2026-04-23

In February 1992, Jacques Henric's new polemical essay 'L'homme calculable' will be released. The writer posits that communism is only in its infancy and that the petty bourgeoisie and culture serve as its Trojan horse. In an interview with Patrick Amine, Henric discusses his borrowings from Nietzsche, his definition of political correctness, and the concept of the Planetary Petty Bourgeoisie (Pbp).

Key facts

  • Jacques Henric's essay 'L'homme calculable' is set for release in February 1992.
  • Henric argues that communism is only in its infancy.
  • He claims the petty bourgeoisie and culture are the Trojan horse of communism.
  • The essay is described as polemical.
  • Patrick Amine interviews Henric about his influences from Nietzsche.
  • Henric defines political correctness in the interview.
  • He also defines the Planetary Petty Bourgeoisie (Pbp).
  • The source is artpress.com.

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Artists

  • Jacques Henric
  • Patrick Amine
  • Friedrich Nietzsche

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  • artpress

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