Description
The work of the contemporary French philosopher Jean-Luc Nancy has impacted across a range of disciplines. His writings on psychoanalysis, theology, art, culture and, of course, philosophy are now widely translated and much discussed. His L'Experience de la Liberte (1988) is considered to be one of the landmarks of contemporary continental philosophy. Jean-Luc Nancy and the Future of Philosophy is the first genuine introduction to Nancy's ideas and a clear and succinct appraisal of a burgeoning reputation. The book summarises topically the primary conceptual areas of Nancy's thought and explores its relevance for contemporary issues like nationalism, racism and media rights. Nancy's indebtedness to Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Bataille is examined as well as how his ideas compare to those of his contemporary continental thinkers. Three major areas of Nancy's work are emphasised: freedom and morality; community and politics; and arts and the media. The reader is guided through a chosen theme without being lost in a welter of allusive language, jargon is avoided where possible and when unavoidable it is clearly explained. The book concludes with a new interview with Nancy, which discusses the future of philosophy. The book will be an important addition to the readings lists for courses on contemporary continental thought and political philosophy.
About the Author
B. C. Hutchens is Assistant Professor at James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Reviews
"Hutchens constructs a clear framework for the expression of Nancy's often complicated ideas. I expect this text to be very well used by students and academics alike trying to orient themselves in the complex conceptual world of Jean-Luc Nancy." - Political Studies "This work gives a solid introduction to the fundamental aspects of Nancy's thinking and demonstrates its key importance within contemporary French thought and wider philosophical debate." - French Studies
Book Information
ISBN 9781844650279
Author B.C. Hutchens
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Acumen Publishing Ltd
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g
About the Author
B. C. Hutchens is Assistant Professor at James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Reviews
"Hutchens constructs a clear framework for the expression of Nancy's often complicated ideas. I expect this text to be very well used by students and academics alike trying to orient themselves in the complex conceptual world of Jean-Luc Nancy." - Political Studies "This work gives a solid introduction to the fundamental aspects of Nancy's thinking and demonstrates its key importance within contemporary French thought and wider philosophical debate." - French Studies
Book Information
ISBN 9781844650279
Author B.C. Hutchens
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Acumen Publishing Ltd
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g
