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Although relatively unknown a decade ago, the work of Jacques
Ranciere is fast becoming a central reference in the humanities and
social sciences. His thinking brings a fresh, innovative approach
to many fields, notably the study of work, education, politics,
literature, film, art, as well as philosophy. This is the first,
full-length introduction to Ranciere's work and covers the full
range of his contribution to contemporary thought, presenting in
clear, succinct chapters the key concepts Ranciere has developed in
his writings over the last forty years. Students new to Ranciere
will find this work accessible and comprehensive, an ideal
introduction to this major thinker. For readers already familiar
with Ranciere, the in-depth analysis of each key concept, written
by leading scholars, should provide an ideal reference.
Bringing together leading international scholars within the fields
of social and political theory and philosophy, this book explores
how we should understand work and its role(s) in our lives and
wider society. What challenges are posed by work in our changing
economy and the new economic forms that are beginning to emerge,
and how can we best address these challenges? In what ways do
patterns of working, as well as work technologies, shape people's
lives within and outside work, in particular their life
opportunities and their social and natural environment? How might
we organize-or seek to reorganize-workplaces so that the experience
of work better reflects our shared ethical ideals and normative
principles? This volume examines these vital questions in a
comprehensive and systematic manner in order to provide much needed
theoretical insight and practical guidance in reflecting on the
nature, problems, and possibilities of work currently. This book
will be of interest to undergraduate and postgraduate students and
established academics in the areas of contemporary political theory
and philosophy, social theory, legal philosophy, labour studies,
the sociology of work, practical ethics, critical theory, and
political activism.
Bringing together leading international scholars within the fields
of social and political theory and philosophy, this book explores
how we should understand work and its role(s) in our lives and
wider society. What challenges are posed by work in our changing
economy and the new economic forms that are beginning to emerge,
and how can we best address these challenges? In what ways do
patterns of working, as well as work technologies, shape people's
lives within and outside work, in particular their life
opportunities and their social and natural environment? How might
we organize-or seek to reorganize-workplaces so that the experience
of work better reflects our shared ethical ideals and normative
principles? This volume examines these vital questions in a
comprehensive and systematic manner in order to provide much needed
theoretical insight and practical guidance in reflecting on the
nature, problems, and possibilities of work currently. This book
will be of interest to undergraduate and postgraduate students and
established academics in the areas of contemporary political theory
and philosophy, social theory, legal philosophy, labour studies,
the sociology of work, practical ethics, critical theory, and
political activism.
Although relatively unknown a decade ago, the work of Jacques
Ranciere is fast becoming a central reference in the humanities and
social sciences. His thinking brings a fresh, innovative approach
to many fields, notably the study of work, education, politics,
literature, film, art, as well as philosophy. This is the first,
full-length introduction to Ranciere's work and covers the full
range of his contribution to contemporary thought, presenting in
clear, succinct chapters the key concepts Ranciere has developed in
his writings over the last forty years. Students new to Ranciere
will find this work accessible and comprehensive, an ideal
introduction to this major thinker. For readers already familiar
with Ranciere, the in-depth analysis of each key concept, written
by leading scholars, should provide an ideal reference.
Axel Honneth is best known for his critique of modern society
centered on a concept of recognition. Jacques Ranciere has advanced
an influential theory of modern politics based on disagreement.
Underpinning their thought is a concern for the logics of exclusion
and domination that structure contemporary societies. In a rare
dialogue, these two philosophers explore the affinities and
tensions between their perspectives to provoke new ideas for social
and political change. Honneth sees modern society as a field in
which the logic of recognition provides individuals with increasing
possibilities for freedom and is a constant catalyst for
transformation. Ranciere sees the social as a policing order and
the political as a force that must radically assert equality.
Honneth claims Ranciere's conception of the political lies outside
of actual historical societies and involves a problematic desire
for egalitarianism. Ranciere argues that Honneth's theory of
recognition relies on an overly substantial conception of identity
and subjectivity. While impassioned, their exchange seeks to
advance critical theory's political project by reconciling the rift
between German and French post-Marxist traditions and proposing new
frameworks for justice.
Recognition is one of the most debated concepts in contemporary
social and political thought. Its proponents, such as Axel Honneth,
hold that to be recognized by others is a basic human need that is
central to forming an identity, and the denial of recognition
deprives individuals and communities of something essential for
their flourishing. Yet critics including Judith Butler have
questioned whether recognition is implicated in structures of
domination, arguing that the desire to be recognized can motivative
individuals to accept their assigned place in the social order by
conforming to oppressive norms or obeying repressive institutions.
Is there a way to break this impasse? Recognition and Ambivalence
brings together leading scholars in social and political philosophy
to develop new perspectives on recognition and its role in social
life. It begins with a debate between Honneth and Butler, the first
sustained engagement between these two major thinkers on this
subject. Contributions from both proponents and critics of theories
of recognition further reflect upon and clarify the problems and
challenges involved in theorizing the concept and its normative
desirability. Together, they explore different routes toward a
critical theory of recognition, departing from wholly positive or
negative views to ask whether it is an essentially ambivalent
phenomenon. Featuring original, systematic work in the philosophy
of recognition, this book also provides a useful orientation to the
key debates on this important topic.
Recognition is one of the most debated concepts in contemporary
social and political thought. Its proponents, such as Axel Honneth,
hold that to be recognized by others is a basic human need that is
central to forming an identity, and the denial of recognition
deprives individuals and communities of something essential for
their flourishing. Yet critics including Judith Butler have
questioned whether recognition is implicated in structures of
domination, arguing that the desire to be recognized can motivative
individuals to accept their assigned place in the social order by
conforming to oppressive norms or obeying repressive institutions.
Is there a way to break this impasse? Recognition and Ambivalence
brings together leading scholars in social and political philosophy
to develop new perspectives on recognition and its role in social
life. It begins with a debate between Honneth and Butler, the first
sustained engagement between these two major thinkers on this
subject. Contributions from both proponents and critics of theories
of recognition further reflect upon and clarify the problems and
challenges involved in theorizing the concept and its normative
desirability. Together, they explore different routes toward a
critical theory of recognition, departing from wholly positive or
negative views to ask whether it is an essentially ambivalent
phenomenon. Featuring original, systematic work in the philosophy
of recognition, this book also provides a useful orientation to the
key debates on this important topic.
From John Maynard Keynes's prediction of a fifteen-hour workweek to
present-day speculation about automation, we have not stopped
forecasting the end of work. Critical theory and political
philosophy have turned their attention away from the workplace to
focus on other realms of domination and emancipation. But far from
coming to an end, work continues to occupy a central place in our
lives. This is not only because of the amount of time people spend
on the job. Many of our deepest hopes and fears are bound up in our
labor-what jobs we perform, how we relate to others, how we might
flourish. The Return of Work in Critical Theory presents a bold new
account of the human significance of work and the human costs of
contemporary forms of work organization. A collaboration among
experts in philosophy, social theory, and clinical psychology, it
brings together empirical research with incisive analysis of the
political stakes of contemporary work. The Return of Work in
Critical Theory begins by looking in detail at the ways in which
work today fails to meet our expectations. It then sketches a
phenomenological description of work and examines the normative
premises that underlie the experience of work. Finally, it puts
forward a novel conception of work that can renew critical theory's
engagement with work and point toward possibilities for
transformation. Inspired by Max Horkheimer's vision of critical
theory as empirically informed reflection on the sources of social
suffering with emancipatory intent, The Return of Work in Critical
Theory is a lucid diagnosis of the malaise and pathologies of
contemporary work that proposes powerful remedies.
Axel Honneth is best known for his critique of modern society
centered on a concept of recognition. Jacques Ranciere has advanced
an influential theory of modern politics based on disagreement.
Underpinning their thought is a concern for the logics of exclusion
and domination that structure contemporary societies. In a rare
dialogue, these two philosophers explore the affinities and
tensions between their perspectives to provoke new ideas for social
and political change. Honneth sees modern society as a field in
which the logic of recognition provides individuals with increasing
possibilities for freedom and is a constant catalyst for
transformation. Ranciere sees the social as a policing order and
the political as a force that must radically assert equality.
Honneth claims Ranciere's conception of the political lies outside
of actual historical societies and involves a problematic desire
for egalitarianism. Ranciere argues that Honneth's theory of
recognition relies on an overly substantial conception of identity
and subjectivity. While impassioned, their exchange seeks to
advance critical theory's political project by reconciling the rift
between German and French post-Marxist traditions and proposing new
frameworks for justice.
This book forms the first critical study of Jacques Ranciere's
impact and contribution to contemporary theoretical and
interdisciplinary studies. It showcases the work of leading
scholars in fields such as political theory, history and aesthetic
theory; each of whom are uniquely situated to engage with the
novelty of Ranciere's thinking within their respective fields. Each
of the essays provides an investigation into the critical stance
Ranciere takes towards his contemporaries, concentrating on the
versatile application of his thought to diverse fields of study
(including, political and education theory, cinema studies,
literary and aesthetic theory, and historical studies). The aim of
this collection is to use the critical interventions Ranciere's
writing makes on current topics and themes as a way of offering new
critical perspectives on his thought. Wielding their individual
expertise, each contributor assesses his perspectives and positions
on thinkers and topics of contemporary importance. The edition
includes a new essay by Jacques Ranciere, which charts the
different problems and motivations that have shaped his work.
This collection of essays aims to investigate the unique place of
Jacques Ranciere in the contemporary intellectual scene. This book
forms the first critical study of Jacques Ranciere's impact and
contribution to contemporary theoretical and interdisciplinary
studies. It showcases the work of leading scholars in fields such
as political theory, history, cinema studies and literary theory;
each of whom are uniquely situated to engage with the novelty of
Ranciere's thinking within their respective fields. Each of the
thirteen essays provides an investigation into the critical stance
Ranciere takes towards his contemporaries, concentrating on the
versatile application of his thought to diverse fields of study
(including, cinema studies, literary studies and the 'history as
fiction' and 'history from below' movements). The aim of this
collection is to use the critical interventions Ranciere's writing
makes on current topics and themes as a way of offering new
critical perspectives on his thought. Wielding their individual
expertise, each contributor assesses his perspectives and positions
on thinkers and topics of contemporary importance.
Ever since Plato’s Socrates exiled the poets from the ideal city
in The Republic, Western thought has insisted on a strict
demarcation between philosophy and poetry. Yet might their
long-standing quarrel hide deeper affinities? This book explores
the distinctive ways in which twentieth-century and contemporary
continental thinkers have engaged with poetry and its contribution
to philosophical meaning making, challenging us to rethink how
philosophy has been changed through its encounters with poetry. In
wide-ranging reflections on thinkers such as Heidegger, Gadamer,
Arendt, Lacan, Merleau-Ponty, Deleuze, Irigaray, Badiou, Kristeva,
and Agamben, among others, distinguished contributors consider how
different philosophers encountered the force and intensity of
poetry and the negotiations that took place as they sought
resolutions of the quarrel. Instead of a clash between competing
worldviews, they figured the relationship between philosophy and
poetry as one of productive mutuality, leading toward new modes of
thinking and understanding. Spanning a range of issues with nuance
and rigor, this compelling and comprehensive book opens new
possibilities for philosophical poetry and the poetics of
philosophy.
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