To Have or to Be

Summary

In the book «To Have or to Be», Erich Fromm explores two fundamental modes of human existence: having and being. He argues that modern society is oriented towards having, which leads to alienation, aggression, and environmental destruction. Fromm proposes an alternative path—being, which involves developing the inner self, love, creativity, and genuine human relationships. The author analyzes the philosophical, psychological, and social aspects of these two modes and calls for a shift from having to being to achieve harmony and true happiness.