Jacques Derrida is one of the most influential and controversial philosophers of the last fifty years. Derrida on Deconstruction introduces and assesses:
Derrida's life and the background to his philosophy
the key themes of the critique of metaphysics, language and ethics that characterize his most widely read works
the continuing importance of Derrida's work to philosophy.
This is a much-needed introduction for philosophy or humanities students undertaking courses on Derrida.
Jacques Derrida is one of the most influential and controversial philosophers of the last fifty years. Derrida on Deconstruction introduces and ass...
One of the most influential and controversial thinkers of the twentieth-century, Jacques Derridaa (TM)s ideas on deconstruction have had a lasting impact on philosophy, literature and cultural studies.
Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings is the first anthology to present his most important philosophical writings and is an indispensable resource for all students and readers of his work. Barry Stockera (TM)s clear and helpful introductions set each reading in context, making the volume an ideal companion for those coming to Derridaa (TM)s writings for the first time. The selections themselves...
One of the most influential and controversial thinkers of the twentieth-century, Jacques Derridaa (TM)s ideas on deconstruction have had a lasting ...
One of the most influential and controversial thinkers of the twentieth-century, Jacques Derrida's ideas on deconstruction have had a lasting impact on philosophy, literature and cultural studies.
Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings is the first anthology to present his most important philosophical writings and is an indispensable resource for all students and readers of his work. Barry Stocker's clear and helpful introductions set each reading in context, making the volume an ideal companion for those coming to Derrida's writings for the first time. The selections...
One of the most influential and controversial thinkers of the twentieth-century, Jacques Derrida's ideas on deconstruction have had a lasting impac...
Barry Stocker makes the case for considering Kierkegaard as a major figure in political thought. The book discusses Kierkegaard's direct comments on politics along with the more indirect ways he engages with political thought. Looking at the historical context in Denmark and at the history of political thought, the book shows how political themes run through Kierkegaard's discussions of literature, aesthetics, ethics, philosophy and religion. It shows how republican and radical liberal political ideas are present in Kierkegaard, though he may sometimes appear to be an apolitical and...
Barry Stocker makes the case for considering Kierkegaard as a major figure in political thought. The book discusses Kierkegaard's direct comments on p...
This collection establishes Nietzsche's importance as a political philosopher. It includes a substantial introduction and eighteen chapters by some of the most renowned Nietzsche scholars. The book examines Nietzsche's connections with political thought since Plato, major influences on him, his methodology, and his influence on subsequent thought. The book includes extensive coverage of the debate between radical aristocratic readings of Nietzsche, and more liberal or democratic readings. Close readings of Nietzsche's texts are combined with a contextualising approach to build up a...
This collection establishes Nietzsche's importance as a political philosopher. It includes a substantial introduction and eighteen chapters by some...
