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Walter D. Mignolo
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Duke
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The Darker Side of Western Modernity : Global Futures, Decolonial Options
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"The Darker Side of Western Modernity" argues that the world is undergoing a shift towards dewesternization and decoloniality, which require a break from the colonial matrix of Western power to imagine and create new global futures. This book will be relevant and enlightening for anyone interested in understanding the power structures that underlie Western modernity and the potential for a more equitable future.
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Zoltan Pall
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Cambridge
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Salafism in Lebanon : Local and Transnational Movements
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This book is an insightful and in-depth analysis of the dynamics of non-violent Lebanese Salafi groups, shedding light on the lesser-known peaceful proselytization aspects of Salafism. It also explores the importance of transnational links, leading to the fragmentation of the Lebanese Salafi community. The book highlights how Salafism creates and mobilizes material and symbolic resources, reshaping the structures of authority within Lebanon's Sunni Muslim community. Highly recommended for those interested in understanding the complexity of Salafism in Lebanon beyond its association with violence.
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Ken-ichi Sasaki
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National
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Asian Aesthetics
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This book would be a good read for those who are curious about the artistic traditions and aesthetics of various Asian cultures. Through expert analysis and insights from specialists in different fields, it offers a comprehensive understanding of the commonalities and distinctive features of Asian aesthetics. Whether you are passionate about art, interested in philosophy, or simply fascinated by different cultures, this book will take you on a journey to explore the rich and diverse world of Asian aesthetics.
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W.J. Thomas Mitchell
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University
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Chicago
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Picture Theory : Essays on Verbal and Visual Representation
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This book delves into the complexities of visual representation and its impact on culture, consciousness, and politics. With a focus on movies like Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" and Oliver Stone's "JFK," the author examines how images can provoke public debate or fuel political violence, making it an essential read for those interested in media and cultural studies. The book proposes a "picture theory" that offers a new perspective on the interplay between the visual and the readable, providing valuable insights into the unique power of images.
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James A. Boon
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Cambridge
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Other Tribes, Other Scribes: Symbolic Anthropology in the Comparative Study of Cultures, Histories, Religions and Texts
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If you're fascinated by how culture shapes our understanding of the world, "Other Tribes, Other Scribes" is a treasure trove. James A. Boon masterfully traces the lineage of thought behind interpreting symbolic behavior across societies. This book isn't just an academic read; it's an intellectual journey connecting anthropology, literature, and history, offering a fascinating collage of perspectives. Give it a read and see how the rich tapestry of human culture is pieced together by the minds that have studied it.
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Cass R. Sunstein
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Harvard
University
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After the Rights Revolution : Reconceiving the Regulatory State
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In the twentieth century, American society has experienced a “rights revolution”: a commitment by the national government to promote a healthful environment, safe products, freedom from discrimination, and other rights unknown to the founding generation. This development has profoundly affected constitutional democracy by skewing the original understanding of checks and balances, federalism, and individual rights. Cass Sunstein tells us how it is possible to interpret and reform this regulatory state regime in a way that will enhance freedom and welfare while remaining faithful to constitutional commitments.Sunstein vigorously defends government regulation against Reaganite/Thatcherite attacks based on free-market economics and pre–New Deal principles of private right. Focusing on the important interests in clean air and water, a safe workplace, access to the air waves, and protection against discrimination, he shows that regulatory initiatives have proved far superior to an approach that relies solely on private enterprise. Sunstein grants that some regulatory regimes have failed and calls for reforms that would amount to an American perestroika: a restructuring that embraces the use of government to further democratic goals but that insists on the decentralization and productive potential of private markets.Sunstein also proposes a theory of interpretation that courts and administrative agencies could use to secure constitutional goals and to improve the operation of regulatory programs. From this theory he seeks to develop a set of principles that would synthesize the modern regulatory state with the basic premises of the American constitutional system. Teachers of law, policymakers and political scientists, economists and historians, and a general audience interested in rights, regulation, and government will find this book an essential addition to their libraries.
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David Held
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University
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California
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Introduction to Critical Theory
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If you're intrigued by the intersection of cultural dynamics, personal values, and the lure of fortune, this might resonate with you. Held weaves a tale that tests the protagonist against a backdrop of cultural conflict and moral dilemmas. It's a thoughtful exploration that challenges the reader to consider perspectives and values that are at odds in a very human story.
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Pauline M. Vaillancourt Rosenau
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Princeton
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Post-Modernism and the Social Sciences : Insights, Inroads, and Intrusions
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This book would be an excellent read for anyone interested in the evolution of social sciences and the influence of post-modernism. Rosenau offers a clear and concise explanation of post-modern concepts that can be difficult to understand. The book critiques the challenging truths of modern science, traditional hierarchical decision-making structures, puts emphasis on the importance of local, primitive cultures and encourages to new, alternative political, social, and cultural projects.
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Paul F. Campos
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Oxford
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Jurismania : Madness of American Law
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In Jurismania, Paul Campos asserts that our legal system is beginning to exhibit symptoms of serious mental illness. Trials and appeals that stretch out for years and cost millions, 100 page appellate court opinions, 1,000 page statutes before which even lawyers tremble with fear, and a publicthat grows more litigious every day all testify to a judicial overkill that borders on obsessive-compulsive disorder. Campos locates the source of such madness, paradoxically, in our worship of reason and the resulting belief that all problems are amenable to legal solutions. In insightfuldiscussions of a wide range of cases, from NCAA regulations of student-athletes to the Simpson trial, from our most intractable social disputes over abortion and physician-assisted suicide to the war on drugs and the increasingly fastidious attempts to regulate behavior in public spaces, Camposshows that the mania for more law exacerbates the very problems it seeks to remedy. In his final chapter, the author calls instead for a humbling recognition of the limits of reason and a much more modest role for our legal system.Clearly written and laced with a delicious wit, Jurismania gives us a CAT-scan of the American legal mind at work. It reveals not only that the patient is even worse off than we imagined, but also clarifies the many reasons why.
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Geoffrey Hawthorn, Bernard Williams |
Princeton
University
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In the Beginning Was the Deed : Realism and Moralism in Political Argument
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This book is a collection of Bernard Williams' insightful and thought-provoking essays on political philosophy. Williams argues that political thinkers should engage more directly with the realities of political life, and not just with the theories of other philosophers. He examines the core subjects of political philosophy, including justice, liberty, and democracy, and reflects on his own experience of postwar politics. The book offers an engaging introduction to those unfamiliar with a philosophical approach to politics and provides original insights into the shape and direction of liberal political thought in the past thirty-five years.
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Walter D. Mignolo
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Princeton
University
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Local Histories/Global Designs - Coloniality, Subaltern Knowledges, And Border Thinking
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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding how Western colonial power has influenced social sciences and area studies. Mignolo's argument sheds light on the need to decolonize knowledge and to recognize the diverse and subaltern voices that have been historically silenced.
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Steven C.A. Pincus
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Yale
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1688: The First Modern Revolution
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If you're intrigued by the nuances of historical revolutions and their lasting impacts, "1688: The First Modern Revolution" is a compelling read. It explores a pivotal moment in history that arguably shaped modern democratic thought and statecraft, making it an essential book for anyone interested in political history and the evolution of societal structures. This isn't just a recount of events; it's a deep dive into the ideas and movements that have influenced our contemporary world.
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Graham Huggan
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Oxford
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The Oxford Handbook of Postcolonial Studies
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The Oxford Handbook of Postcolonial Studies provides a comprehensive overview of the latest scholarship in postcolonial studies, while also considering possible future developments in the field. Original chapters written by a worldwide team of contritbuors are organised into five cross-referenced sections, "The Imperial Past," "The Colonial Present," "Theory and Practice," "Across the Disciplines," and "Across the World." The chapters offer both country-specific and comparative approaches to current issues, offering a wide range of new and interesting perspectives. The Handbook reflects the increasingly multidisciplinary nature of postcolonial studies and reiterates its continuing relevance to the study of both the colonial past--in its multiple manifestations--and the contemporary globalized world. Taken together, these essays, the dialogues they pursue, and the editorial comments that surround them constitute nothing less than a blueprint for the future of a much-contested butintellectually vibrant and politically engaged field.
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Satya P. Mohanty
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Cornell
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Literary Theory and the Claims of History : Postmodernism, Objectivity, Multicultural Politics
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This book is a must-read for those interested in the philosophical underpinnings of contemporary literature and culture. Mohanty masterfully deconstructs the postmodernist theory of truth and objectivity, delving into the social and political implications of such notions. He also offers a refreshing alternative view grounded in a post-positivist realist conception of objectivity. Mohanty's multicultural politics is a distinctive feature, as it sees radical moral universalism and cultural diversity as complementary-not competing-ideals.
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Richard van de Lagemaat
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Cambridge
University
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Theory Of Knowledge For The IB Diploma Full Colour Edition
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Recommendation: This book provides comprehensive guidance and support for IB Diploma students studying Theory of Knowledge. It follows the programme closely and helps students develop critical thinking skills necessary for success in the IB programme.
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Douglas Smith, Friedrich Nietzsche |
Oxford
University
Press
On the Genealogy of Morals: A Polemic by Way of Clarification and Supplement to My Last Book, Beyond Good and Evil
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If you're intrigued by the origins and evolution of moral concepts, this deep dive into Nietzsche's thoughts in "On the Genealogy of Morals" will not disappoint. It's a challenging but enriching read that connects historical interpretations of ethics with the often-violent nature of human morality. The edition's introduction adds value by contextualizing Nietzsche's ideas, making them accessible and relevant to readers today. It's not just a philosophical text; it's an intellectual adventure that questions the very fabric of our moral constructs.
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Tom Campbell
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Oxford
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Seven Theories of Human Society
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This book is perfect for anyone interested in sociology or anthropology. It provides a clear and concise overview of the most important contributors to these fields. Each chapter dives deep into the theories put forth by some of the most influential thinkers in history. The author presents their ideas in a well-organized manner, making them easy to follow and understand. Overall, this is a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of human society and its workings.
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Eric J. Hobsbawm
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Cambridge
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Nations And Nationalism Since 1780 - Programme, Myth, Reality
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- If you're curious about the origins and evolution of nationalism and want to understand its impact on the world, "Nations And Nationalism Since 1780 - Programme, Myth, Reality" is a must-read. Hobsbawm brilliantly dissects the intricacies of nationalism, providing insights into its historical context and its influence on modern politics. This book offers a compelling analysis that will broaden your understanding of this complex phenomenon.
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Robert H. Sharf
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University
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Hawaii
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Coming to Terms with Chinese Buddhism
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If you're fascinated by the cultural exchange and transformation that shapes religious philosophies, "Coming to Terms with Chinese Buddhism" offers a profound exploration. It delves into the nuances of how Buddhism morphed through its symbiosis with Chinese culture, scrutinized through the scholarly lens of Robert Sharf. It's not just about religious history; it's a treat for anyone eager to understand the complexities of cultural integration and the scholarly debates it can entail. Plus, with an annotated translation of a pivotal text, you gain both narrative depth and academic rigor.
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Frank Ankersmit
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Stanford
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Historical Representation
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Recommendation: This book is a must-read for anyone interested in historical writing as it challenges the conventional understanding of the discipline. The author argues that historical representation is essentially aesthetic and proposes a rationalist aesthetics of historical writing in order to find a balance between the literary approach and empiricism. By drawing on the ideas of influential contemporary historical theorists like Erich Auerbach and Hayden White, the book offers a fresh and insightful perspective on the discipline of history.
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Burton Zwiebach
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Cambridge
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Civility and Disobedience
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Recommendation: "Civility and Disobedience" is a must-read for those interested in political theory and philosophy. Dr. Zwiebach's critique of traditional justifications of obligation and advocacy for a broadened conception of civility presents a fresh perspective on the topic. His emphasis on the need to substitute the culture of civility for violence and barbarism is a unique and essential feature of the book that sets it apart from other works on political obligation.
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James A. Anderson
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Oxford
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After Digital - Computation As Done By Brains And Machines
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- After Digital offers a fascinating exploration of the intersection between human cognition and mechanical computation, providing insights into the potential future of collaboration between humans and machines.
- With predictions and thought-provoking analysis, this book sheds light on how our relationship with technology is evolving and what it means for the future of computation.
- If you're interested in understanding the possibilities and challenges that lie ahead in this era of advanced technology, After Digital is a must-read. It offers a unique perspective that will leave you contemplating the future of human-machine collaboration.
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Eduardo Mendieta, Richard Rorty |
Stanford
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Take Care of Freedom and Truth Will Take Care of Itself : Interviews with Richard Rorty
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This book could be a good read for those interested in understanding the relevance of philosophy in American political and public life. It provides candid insights into Richard Rorty's political beliefs and his engagement in labor and union traditions in the country. Users would appreciate the colloquial language used throughout the interviews, making it a compelling and accessible read for anyone seeking to engage in social and political commentary.
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Hent de Vries
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Johns
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Philosophy And The Turn To Religion
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Originally published in 1999. If religion once seemed to have played out its role in the intellectual and political history of Western secular modernity, it has now returned with a vengeance. In this engaging study, Hent de Vries argues that a turn to religion discernible in recent philosophy anticipates and accompanies this development in the contemporary world. Though the book reaches back to Immanuel Kant, Martin Heidegger, and earlier, it takes its inspiration from the tradition of French phenomenology, notably Emmanuel Levinas, Jean-Luc Marion, and, especially, Jacques Derrida. Tracing how Derrida probes the discourse on religion, its metaphysical presuppositions, and its transformations, de Vries shows how this author consistently foregrounds the unexpected alliances between a radical interrogation of the history of Western philosophy and the religious inheritance from which that philosophy has increasingly sought to set itself apart. De Vries goes beyond formal analogies between the textual practices of deconstruction and so-called negative theology to address the necessity for a philosophical thinking that situates itself at once close to and at the farthest remove from traditional manifestations of the religious and the theological. This paradox is captured in the phrase adieu ( à dieu ), borrowed from Levinas, which signals at once a turn toward and a leave-taking from God―and which also gestures toward and departs from the other of this divine other, the possibility of radical evil. Only by confronting such uncanny and difficult figures, de Vries claims, can one begin to think and act upon the ethical and political imperatives of our day.
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Joseph J. Schwab, Neil J. Wilkof, Ian Westbury |
University
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Science, Curriculum, and Liberal Education : Selected Essays
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This collection of essays by Joseph Schwab is an essential read for educators interested in developing a well-rounded, liberal education. Schwab's experience in curriculum reform and his understanding of science and philosophy make for a thought-provoking discussion on the role of science in education and developing a curriculum. Readers will appreciate Schwab's insights and ability to challenge traditional views of liberal education.
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James G. March
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Cornell
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The Ambiguities Of Experience
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This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in understanding the intricate relationship between intelligence and experience. It challenges the conventional wisdom that experience is the best teacher and delves into the limitations and pitfalls of relying solely on experience for learning and adaptation. With thought-provoking insights, March explores the nuances of human interpretation, offering a fresh perspective on the role of experience in creating true intelligence. Get ready to question your assumptions and gain a deeper understanding of how we learn and grow.
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Gilbert Rozman
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Princeton
University
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The East Asian Region : Confucian Heritage and Its Modern Adaptation
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This book provides insight into the history and transformation of Confucian values in East Asia over the past 2,000 years. It is recommended for those with an interest in East Asian history and culture, specifically Confucianism, and how it has adapted in modern times. The book offers a broad historical context and expert analysis for readers to deepen their understanding of this complex topic.
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Amartya Sen
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Oxford
University
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Oxford University Press Choice Welfare And Measurement
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If you're intrigued by the deeper philosophical questions underpinning economics and development, this collection inspired by Amartya Sen is a treasury of thought-provoking essays. Not only does it reflect on economic theory and welfare systems, but it also delves into ethics, making it compelling for anyone in academia or with a profound interest in development and welfare economics. The ensemble of respected contributors further enriches the discourse, offering multiple perspectives on each theme.
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Gareth Davies, Giorgio Monti, Damian Chalmers |
Cambridge
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European Union Law - Cases And Materials
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European Union Law - Cases And Materials is a comprehensive and engaging textbook suitable for law students. It covers the evolution, enactment, interpretation, and application of EU law, including its relationship with national law, governance, and external relations. The book is written in an easily understandable style and contains extracts from various sources to illustrate key concepts. Additionally, it has detailed chapter introductions and further reading sections to assist students. This book is an essential resource for any law student studying EU law.
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C. Wright Mills
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Oxford
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The Sociological Imagination
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C. Wright Mills is best remembered for his highly acclaimed work The Sociological Imagination , in which he set forth his views on how social science should be pursued. Hailed upon publication as a cogent and hard-hitting critique, The Sociological Imagination took issue with the ascendant schools of sociology in the United States, calling for a humanist sociology connecting the social, personal, and historical dimensions of our lives. The sociological imagination Mills calls for is a sociological vision, a way of looking at the world that can see links between the apparently private problems of the individual and important social issues.
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Robert Geddes
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Princeton
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Fit : An Architect's Manifesto
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Why architecture matters―and how to make it matter moreFit is a book about architecture and society that seeks to fundamentally change how architects and the public think about the task of design. Distinguished architect and urbanist Robert Geddes argues that buildings, landscapes, and cities should be designed to fit: fit the purpose, fit the place, fit future possibilities. Fit replaces old paradigms, such as form follows function, and less is more, by recognizing that the relationship between architecture and society is a true dialogue―dynamic, complex, and, if carried out with knowledge and skill, richly rewarding.With a tip of the hat to John Dewey, Fit explores architecture as we experience it. Geddes starts with questions: Why do we design where we live and work? Why do we not just live in nature, or in chaos? Why does society care about architecture? Why does it really matter? Fit answers these questions through a fresh examination of the basic purposes and elements of architecture―beginning in nature, combining function and expression, and leaving a legacy of form.Lively, charming, and gently persuasive, the book shows brilliant examples of fit: from Thomas Jefferson's University of Virginia and Louis Kahn's Exeter Library to contemporary triumphs such as the Apple Store on New York's Fifth Avenue, Chicago's Millennium Park, and Seattle's Pike Place.Fit is a book for everyone, because we all live in constructions―buildings, landscapes, and, increasingly, cities. It provokes architects and planners, humanists and scientists, civic leaders and citizens to reconsider what is at stake in architecture―and why it delights us.
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William Corlett
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Cornell
University
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Class Action : Reading Labor, Theory and Value
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This book offers a unique perspective on labor theory by incorporating the works of Jacques Lacan, Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, and Jacques Derrida. It challenges traditional Marxist ideas, advocates for direct action, and proposes strategies for organizing workers who are often overlooked by mainstream labor movements. Class Action is ideal for readers interested in anti-capitalist struggle, labor organizing, and social justice issues.
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Randall Johnson, Pierre Bourdieu |
Stanford
University
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Practical Reason : On the Theory of Action
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Do social classes really exist? Is disinterested action really possible? What do the family, the church, and the intellectual world have in common? Can morality be founded on hypocrisy? What is the "subject" of action? In this new volume, one of France's foremost social thinkers of our time responds to these major questions and to others, thus tracing the outlines of a work that could be called "Pierre Bourdieu by himself." In these texts, the author tries to go to the essential, that is, the most elementary and fundamental, questions. He thereby explains the philosophical principles that have led to his social science research and the idea of the human that guides his choices there. With the lucidity allowed by retrospect, Bourdieu brings out the fundamental theories of his greatest books, notably Outline of a Theory of Practice and The Logic of Practice (Stanford, 1990), and, with an eye to the future, presents the first results of his most recent work on the state, the anthropological moorings of the economy, and male domination. Bourdieu's theory is both a philosophy of science dedicated to revealing the objective relations that shape and underpin social life, and a philosophy of action that takes account of agents' dispositions as well as the structured situations in which they act. This philosophy of action is condensed in a small number of key concepts―habitus, field, capital―and it is defined by the two-way relationship between the objective structures of social fields and the incorporated structures of the habitus. All in all, this book should be an indispensable introduction to Bourdieu's work, not only to students and scholars in sociology, anthropology, political science, and philosophy, but throughout the social sciences and humanities generally.
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Quansheng Zhao
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Oxford
University
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Interpreting Chinese Foreign Policy - The Micro-Macro Linkage Approach
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities and constraints that shape Chinese foreign policy. Quansheng Zhao's micro-macro linkage approach offers a unique lens through which to analyze the underlying processes, situations, and structures of Chinese foreign policy, providing invaluable insight for scholars, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand China's role in the international community. The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the key trends shaping modern Chinese foreign policy, including modernization, nationalism, and regionalism.
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Stephen Yablo
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Princeton
University
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Aboutness
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If you've ever wondered about the intricate relationship between language and meaning, "Aboutness" is a thought-provoking journey that explores the often-overlooked subject matter. With Stephen Yablo as your guide, this book delves into the essence of content, challenging traditional notions of truth-conditions and introducing the concept of directed content. Engaging and insightful, Yablo's exploration will forever change the way you think about language, verisimilitude, knowledge, and more. So, if you're ready to dive into the depths of semantics and expand your philosophical horizons, "Aboutness" is your ticket to a remarkable intellectual adventure.
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Anthony Giddens
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Cambridge
University
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Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber
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Giddens's analysis of the writings of Marx, Durkheim and Weber has become the classic text for any student seeking to understand the three thinkers who established the basic framework of contemporary sociology. The first three sections of the book, based on close textual examination of the original sources, contain separate treatments of each writer. The author demonstrates the internal coherence of their respective contributions to social theory. The concluding section discusses the principal ways in which Marx can be compared with the other two authors, and discusses misconceptions of some conventional views on the subject.
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James H. Tully
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Public Philosophy in a New Key: Volume 2, Imperialism and Civic Freedom
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These two ambitious volumes from one of the world's most celebrated political philosophers present a new kind of political and legal theory that James Tully calls a public philosophy, and a complementary new way of thinking about active citizenship, called civic freedom. Professor Tully takes the reader step-by-step through the principal debates in political theory and the major types of political struggle today. These volumes represent a genuine landmark in political theory. In this second volume, Professor Tully studies networks and civic struggles over global or imperial relations of inequality, dependency, exploitation and environmental degradation beyond the state. The final chapter brings all of the author's resonant themes together in a new way of thinking about global and local citizenship, and of political theory in relation to it. This forms a powerful conclusion to a major intervention from a vital and distinctive voice in contemporary thought.