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Merleau-Ponty and the Paradoxes of Expression offers a
comprehensive reading of the philosophical work of Maurice
Merleau-Ponty, a central figure in 20th-century continental
philosophy. By establishing that the paradoxical logic of
expression is Merleau-Ponty's fundamental philosophical gesture,
this book ties together his diverse work on perception, language,
aesthetics, politics and history in order to establish the
ontological position he was developing at the time of his sudden
death in 1961. Donald A. Landes explores the paradoxical logic of
expression as it appears in both Merleau-Ponty's explicit
reflections on expression and his non-explicit uses of this logic
in his philosophical reflection on other topics, and thus
establishes a continuity and a trajectory of his thought that
allows for his work to be placed into conversation with
contemporary developments in continental philosophy. The book
offers the reader a key to understanding Merleau-Ponty's subtle
methodology and highlights the urgency and relevance of his
research into the ontological significance of expression for
today's work in art and cultural theory.
Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908-1961) is one of the central figures of
20th-century Continental philosophy, and his work has been hugely
influential in a wide range of fields. His writings engage in the
study of perception, language, politics, aesthetics, history and
ontology, and represent a rich and complex network of exciting
ideas. The Merleau-Ponty Dictionary provides the reader and student
of Merleau-Ponty with all the tools necessary to engage with this
key thinker: a comprehensive A to Z that provides summaries of all
his major texts and articles, clear and straightforward
explanations of his terminology and innovative concepts, and
detailed discussions of the figures and philosophies that
influenced his work. The book also includes a philosophical
introduction, a chronology of Merleau-Ponty's life and works, and
suggestions for further reading. This dictionary is the ideal
reading and research companion for students at all levels.
From his initial writings on imagination and memory, to his recent
studies of the glance and the edge, the work of American
philosopher Edward S. Casey continues to shape 20th-century
philosophy. In this first study dedicated to his rich body of work,
distinguished scholars from philosophy, urban studies and
architecture as well as artists engage with Casey's research and
ideas to explore the key themes and variations of his contribution
to the humanities. Structured into three major parts, the volume
reflects the central concerns of Casey's writings: an evolving
phenomenology of imagination, memory, and place; representation and
landscape painting and art; and edges, glances, and voice. Each
part begins with an extended interview that defines and explains
the topics, concepts, and stakes of each area of research. Readers
are thus offered an introduction to Casey's fascinating body of
work, and will gain a new insight into particular aspects and
applications of Casey's research. With a complete bibliography and
an introduction that at once stresses each of Casey's areas of
research while putting into perspective their overarching themes,
this authoritative volume identifies the overall coherence and
interconnections of Edward S. Casey's work and his impact on
contemporary thought.
Merleau-Ponty and the Paradoxes of Expression offers a
comprehensive reading of the philosophical work of Maurice
Merleau-Ponty, a central figure in 20th-century continental
philosophy. By establishing that the paradoxical logic of
expression is Merleau-Ponty's fundamental philosophical gesture,
this book ties together his diverse work on perception, language,
aesthetics, politics and history in order to establish the
ontological position he was developing at the time of his sudden
death in 1961. Donald A. Landes explores the paradoxical logic of
expression as it appears in both Merleau-Ponty's explicit
reflections on expression and his non-explicit uses of this logic
in his philosophical reflection on other topics, and thus
establishes a continuity and a trajectory of his thought that
allows for his work to be placed into conversation with
contemporary developments in continental philosophy. The book
offers the reader a key to understanding Merleau-Ponty's subtle
methodology and highlights the urgency and relevance of his
research into the ontological significance of expression for
today's work in art and cultural theory.
Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908-1961) is one of the central figures of
20th-century Continental philosophy, and his work has been hugely
influential in a wide range of fields. His writings engage in the
study of perception, language, politics, aesthetics, history and
ontology, and represent a rich and complex network of exciting
ideas. The Merleau-Ponty Dictionary provides the reader and student
of Merleau-Ponty with all the tools necessary to engage with this
key thinker: a comprehensive A to Z that provides summaries of all
his major texts and articles, clear and straightforward
explanations of his terminology and innovative concepts, and
detailed discussions of the figures and philosophies that
influenced his work. The book also includes a philosophical
introduction, a chronology of Merleau-Ponty's life and works, and
suggestions for further reading. This dictionary is the ideal
reading and research companion for students at all levels.
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