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Explore the transformative insights of 'The Spirit of Revolution,' a groundbreaking book that reconciles feminist and queer theories with revolutionary politics. This 176-page publication from John Wiley & Sons (UK), released in 2015, stimulates a critical dialogue on humanitarian perspectives amidst contemporary geopolitical crises. Delving into the challenges posed by posthumanist thought, the authors advocate for a re-evaluation of human agency as a catalyst for change. With 'The Spirit of Revolution,' you will engage with innovative interpretations of foundational philosophers, including Foucault, Ali Shari‘ati, Lacan, and Fanon, intertwined with discussions on colonialism and capitalism. This essential read prompts an exploration of political spirituality and emphasizes the significance of an active resistance against the inequalities of our time. Ideal for students, activists, and those passionate about social justice, this book redefines the potential of revolution in today’s complex world. Condition: BRAND NEW with ISBN: 9780745690759. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745690759
Year: 2015
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 176
Description:
In recent years, feminist and queer theory have effectively disavowed both śthe humanť and revolutionary politics. In the face of massive geopolitical crisis, posthumanists have called for us to reconsider fundamentally the superiority and centrality of mankind and śthe human,ť and question how Man can presume to change the world by revolutionary action, particularly when Marx™s dreams seem to have been swept into the dustbin of history.This provocative book reaffirms what is most basic in feminism “ the attack on the śuniversalityť and sovereignty of Man “ but contends that the only way this can mean anything other than pessimistic rhetoric is to embrace human agency and the struggle against colonialism and capitalism. In a series of ścreolizedť readings “ Foucault with Ali Shari™ati, Lacan with Fanon, and Spinoza with Sylvia Wynter “ the authors demonstrate what is at stake in the ongoing debate between humanism and posthumanism, putting this debate in the context of contemporary global crises and the possibilities of revolution.In its defense of śpolitical spirituality,ť this book pushes for a new trajectory in response to the gross inequalities of today, one that offers us a very different view of revolution and its present-day potential.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745690759
Year: 2015
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 176
Description:
In recent years, feminist and queer theory have effectively disavowed both śthe humanť and revolutionary politics. In the face of massive geopolitical crisis, posthumanists have called for us to reconsider fundamentally the superiority and centrality of mankind and śthe human,ť and question how Man can presume to change the world by revolutionary action, particularly when Marx™s dreams seem to have been swept into the dustbin of history.This provocative book reaffirms what is most basic in feminism “ the attack on the śuniversalityť and sovereignty of Man “ but contends that the only way this can mean anything other than pessimistic rhetoric is to embrace human agency and the struggle against colonialism and capitalism. In a series of ścreolizedť readings “ Foucault with Ali Shari™ati, Lacan with Fanon, and Spinoza with Sylvia Wynter “ the authors demonstrate what is at stake in the ongoing debate between humanism and posthumanism, putting this debate in the context of contemporary global crises and the possibilities of revolution.In its defense of śpolitical spirituality,ť this book pushes for a new trajectory in response to the gross inequalities of today, one that offers us a very different view of revolution and its present-day potential.