The author uncovers an innovative theory of social change implicit in the work of social theorists such as Bourdieu, de Certeau, Butler, Laclau, and Slavoj i ek. Based on an ineradicable excess in the social field, this theory transforms current views of subject formation, democratic interaction, and the ethics of alterity."
The author uncovers an innovative theory of social change implicit in the work of social theorists such as Bourdieu, de Certeau, Butler, Laclau, and S...
Uncovers theory of social change implicit in the writings of radical social theorists, such as Pierre Bourdieu, Michel de Certeau, Judith Butler, Ernesto Laclau, and Slavoj i ek. This title illuminates how this new theory calls into question accepted views of social practices, subject formation, democratic interaction, hegemony, and more.
Uncovers theory of social change implicit in the writings of radical social theorists, such as Pierre Bourdieu, Michel de Certeau, Judith Butler, Erne...
Arguably the most prolific and most widely read philosopher of our time, Slavoj Zizek has made indelible interventions into many disciplines of the so-called human sciences that have transformed the terms of discussion in these fields. Although his work has been the subject of many volumes of searching criticism and commentary, there is no assessment to date of the value of his work for the development of these disciplines. Zizek Now brings together distinguished critics to explore the utility and far-ranging implications of Zizek's thought and provide an evaluation of the difference...
Arguably the most prolific and most widely read philosopher of our time, Slavoj Zizek has made indelible interventions into many disciplines of the so...
