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Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity,New
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In this book, major American philosopher Richard Rorty argues that thinkers such as Nietzsche, Freud, and Wittgenstein have enabled societies to see themselves as historical contingencies, rather than as expressions of underlying, ahistorical human nature, or as realizations of suprahistorical goals. This ironic perspective on the human condition is valuable but it cannot advance Liberalism's social and political goals. In fact, Rorty believes that it is literature and not philosophy that can do this, by promoting a genuine sense of human solidarity. Specifically, it is novelists such as Orwell and Nabokov who succeed in awakening us to the cruelty of particular social practices and individual attitudes. Thus, a truly liberal culture would fuse the private, individual freedom of the ironic, philosophical perspective with the public project of human solidarity as it is engendered through the insights and sensibilities of great writers. Rorty uses a wide range of referencesfrom philosophy to social theory to literary criticismto elucidate his beliefs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity'? A: The main theme of the book is the idea that societies perceive themselves as historical contingencies instead of fixed expressions of human nature. Richard Rorty emphasizes the role of literature in promoting human solidarity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity'? A: The author of the book is Richard Rorty, a major American philosopher known for his contributions to contemporary philosophy and social theory.
- Q: What are the key philosophical influences discussed in the book? A: Rorty discusses the influences of thinkers such as Nietzsche, Freud, and Wittgenstein, highlighting their impact on understanding human nature and societal goals.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity' have? A: The book contains 220 pages.
- Q: When was 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity' published? A: The book was published on May 25, 1989.
- Q: What is the significance of literature according to Rorty? A: Rorty argues that literature, especially through novelists like Orwell and Nabokov, plays a crucial role in fostering a genuine sense of human solidarity and addressing social issues.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the First Edition of 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity'.
- Q: In what category is 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity' classified? A: The book is categorized under Linguistics.