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Critique and Power: Recasting the Foucault / Habermas Debate (Studies in Contemporary German Social Thought),Used
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The book juxtaposes key texts from Foucault and Habermas; it then adds a set of reactions and commentaries by theorists who have taken up the two alternative approaches to power and critique. The result is a guide for those seeking to understand and build on an unfinished debate between two of the 20th century's most important philosophers.Which paradigm of critiqueFoucault's or Habermas'sis philosophically and practically superior, especially with regard to the nature and role of power in contemporary society? In shaping this collection, Michael Kelly has sought to address this question in relation to the ethical, political, and social theory of the past two decades. Michel Foucault and Jurgen Habermas had only just begun to come to terms with one another's work when Foucault died in 1984; they had even discussed the possibility of a formal debate on 'Enlightenment' in the neutral arena of the United States. In the decade since, Habermas and his supporters have continued to respond to Foucault in various ways, but Foucault's followers have not shown as strong an inclination to keep up his side of the dialogue. For this reason an invaluable exchange on the nature and limits of philosophy in the present age has never achieved its full potential. In this anthology Michael Kelly recasts the debate in a way that will open it up for further development. The book starts by juxtaposing key texts from the two philosophers; it then adds a set of reactions and commentaries by theorists who have taken up the two alternative approaches to power and critique. (Two of these essays were written especially for this volume.) The result is a guide for those seeking to understand and build on this important but unfinished debate.Essays by: Michel Foucault. Jrgen Habermas. Axel Honneth. Nancy Fraser. Richard Bernstein. Thomas McCarthy. James Schmidt and Thomas E. Wartenberg. Gilles Deleuze. Jana Sawicki. Michael Kelly.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Critique and Power'? A: The book juxtaposes key texts from philosophers Michel Foucault and Jürgen Habermas, exploring their differing approaches to power and critique, and includes reactions and commentaries from various theorists.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Critique and Power'? A: The author of 'Critique and Power' is Michael Kelly.
- Q: When was 'Critique and Power' published? A: The book was published on June 6, 1994.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: The book discusses themes of power, critique, and the philosophical dialogue between Foucault and Habermas, particularly in relation to contemporary ethical, political, and social theory.
- Q: What is the format of 'Critique and Power'? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Critique and Power' have? A: The book contains 424 pages.
- Q: Is 'Critique and Power' a new or used book? A: The item condition is listed as New.
- Q: What kind of essays are included in 'Critique and Power'? A: The book includes essays by key theorists such as Michel Foucault, Jürgen Habermas, and others, some of which were specifically written for this volume.
- Q: What category does 'Critique and Power' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Criticism & Theory.
- Q: What is the significance of the debate between Foucault and Habermas as presented in the book? A: The debate is significant as it explores contrasting views on the nature and role of power in society, and the book aims to further develop this important but unfinished dialogue.