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Culture / Power / History

A Reader in Contemporary Social Theory

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The intellectual radicalism of the 1960s sparked new inquiries into the nature of "the political" in social life, revolutionizing various fields, including literary criticism, anthropology, and philosophy of science. Michel Foucault highlighted that our societal roles involve continual negotiations of authority and reality definitions. This shift has prompted theorists to reassess foundational concepts within their disciplines. By examining key ideas—"culture," "power," and "history"—this reader enriches contemporary social theory. Organized around these themes, the collection features both classic and contemporary essays that explore Foucault's "new economy of power relations" from diverse perspectives. It showcases innovative work across disciplines, addressing topics from taxidermy to Madonna, and emphasizes the creative potential amidst uncertainty regarding established knowledge forms and their boundaries. The editors introduce the volume with a significant essay that highlights pressing issues in current theoretical discourse, aiming to inspire scholars to rethink social theory and guide newcomers in this field. Contributors include notable figures such as Linda Alcoff, Sally Alexander, Tony Bennett, Pierre Bourdieu, and Michel Foucault, among others, each offering unique insights into the evolving landscape of cultural and social analysis.

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Culture / Power / History, Pierre Bourdieu, Tony Bennett, Linda Marti n. Alcoff, Sally Alexandeer

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Titre
Culture / Power / History
Sous-titre
A Reader in Contemporary Social Theory
Langue
Anglais
Publié
1993
Format
souple
Pages
644
ISBN10
0691021023
ISBN13
9780691021027
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The intellectual radicalism of the 1960s sparked new inquiries into the nature of "the political" in social life, revolutionizing various fields, including literary criticism, anthropology, and philosophy of science. Michel Foucault highlighted that our societal roles involve continual negotiations of authority and reality definitions. This shift has prompted theorists to reassess foundational concepts within their disciplines. By examining key ideas—"culture," "power," and "history"—this reader enriches contemporary social theory. Organized around these themes, the collection features both classic and contemporary essays that explore Foucault's "new economy of power relations" from diverse perspectives. It showcases innovative work across disciplines, addressing topics from taxidermy to Madonna, and emphasizes the creative potential amidst uncertainty regarding established knowledge forms and their boundaries. The editors introduce the volume with a significant essay that highlights pressing issues in current theoretical discourse, aiming to inspire scholars to rethink social theory and guide newcomers in this field. Contributors include notable figures such as Linda Alcoff, Sally Alexander, Tony Bennett, Pierre Bourdieu, and Michel Foucault, among others, each offering unique insights into the evolving landscape of cultural and social analysis.