The Persistence of Illusions

• “A brilliant and scathing critique of modern society’s most cherished myths. Prepare to have your convictions challenged.”— Le Monde*

In this groundbreaking and provocative book, renowned sociologist Sophie Delacroix dismantles the notion of successful revolution, arguing that even those who believe they’ve resisted the dominant system have ultimately succumbed to its insidious grasp.

Drawing on decades of research, personal experience, and an unflinching analysis of history, Delacroix reveals how the allure of consumerism, the cult of individuality, and the pursuit of personal advancement have eroded our capacity for collective action and social transformation.

**She exposes the “persistence of illusions”—the persistent myths—we cling to: **

• The illusion that capitalism can be reformed, not overthrown.
• The illusion that individual success equates to social progress.
• The illusion that freedom is achievable within a system built on exploitation and inequality.

The Persistence of Illusions is not a book for the faint of heart. It’s a call to arms for a new generation of thinkers and activists, demanding a radical reimagining of how we live, work, and relate to each other—if we are to build a truly just and equitable world, an impossible dream that is all we got!