Zartaloudis, Thanos (2008) Soulblind, or on profanation. In: Clemens, J. and Heron, N. and Murray, A. (eds.) The Work of Giorgio Agamben: Law, Literature, Life. Edinburgh, UK: Edinburgh University Press, pp. 132-148. ISBN 978-0-7486-3462-0.
Abstract
Giorgio Agamben has emerged, in the past five years, as one of the most important continental philosophers. This burgeoning popularity of his work has largely been confined to a study of the homo sacer series. Yet these later 'political' works have their foundation in Agamben's earlier works on the philosophy of language, aesthetics and literature. From a philosophy of language and linguistics that leads to a broader theory of representation, Agamben develops a critical theory that attempts to explore the hiatuses and paradoxes that govern discursive practice across a broad range of disciplines. Gathering some of the most important established and emerging scholars to examine his body of work, this collection of essays seeks to explore Agamben's thought from these broader philosophical and literary concerns, underpinning its place within larger debates in continental philosophy. This volume will be a valuable addition to the understanding and reception of this major thinker. Including a contribution by Agamben himself makes it essential reading for anyone interested in his work. Book description from publisher website at: http://www.euppublishing.com/book/978-0-7486-3462-0
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| Item Type: | Book Section |
|---|---|
| Keyword(s) / Subject(s): | Giorgio Agamben, law, literature, |
| School: | Birkbeck Faculties and Schools > Faculty of Business and Law > Birkbeck Law School |
| Depositing User: | Administrator |
| Date Deposited: | 10 Nov 2009 11:47 |
| Last Modified: | 02 Aug 2023 16:48 |
| URI: | https://eprints.bbk.ac.uk/id/eprint/846 |
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