Jean Baudrillard is one of the most controversial theorists of our time, famous for his claim that the Gulf War never happened and for his provocative writing on terrorism, specifically 9/11. This new and fully updated second edition includes:

An introduction to Baudrillard’s key works and theories such as simulation and hyperreality
Coverage of Baudrillard’s later work on the question of postmodernism
A new chapter on Baudrillard and terrorism
Engagement with architecture and urbanism through the Utopie group
A look at the most recent applications of Baudrillard’s ideas.
Richard J. Lane offers a comprehensive introduction to this complex and fascinating theorist, also examining the impact that Baudrillard has had on literary studies, media and cultural studies, sociology, philosophy and postmodernism.