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Homo Sacer: Sovereign Power and Bare Life (Meridian: Crossing Aesthetics),Used
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The work of Giorgio Agamben, one of Italy's most important and original philosophers, has been based on an uncommon erudition in classical traditions of philosophy and rhetoric, the grammarians of late antiquity, Christian theology, and modern philosophy. Recently, Agamben has begun to direct his thinking to the constitution of the social and to some concrete, ethicopolitical conclusions concerning the state of society today, and the place of the individual within it.In Homo Sacer, Agamben aims to connect the problem of pure possibility, potentiality, and power with the problem of political and social ethics in a context where the latter has lost its previous religious, metaphysical, and cultural grounding. Taking his cue from Foucault's fragmentary analysis of biopolitics, Agamben probes with great breadth, intensity, and acuteness the covert or implicit presence of an idea of biopolitics in the history of traditional political theory. He argues that from the earliest treatises of political theory, notably in Aristotle's notion of man as a political animal, and throughout the history of Western thinking about sovereignty (whether of the king or the state), a notion of sovereignty as power over 'life' is implicit.The reason it remains merely implicit has to do, according to Agamben, with the way the sacred, or the idea of sacrality, becomes indissociable from the idea of sovereignty. Drawing upon Carl Schmitt's idea of the sovereign's status as the exception to the rules he safeguards, and on anthropological research that reveals the close interlinking of the sacred and the taboo, Agamben defines the sacred person as one who can be killed and yet not sacrificeda paradox he sees as operative in the status of the modern individual living in a system that exerts control over the collective 'naked life' of all individuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Homo Sacer: Sovereign Power and Bare Life'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the relationship between sovereignty, power, and the concept of 'bare life'. Agamben explores how the state exerts control over individuals while questioning the ethical implications of this power structure.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Homo Sacer: Sovereign Power and Bare Life' is Giorgio Agamben, a prominent Italian philosopher known for his contributions to political theory and philosophy.
- Q: What are the key philosophical influences in this book? A: Agamben's work is influenced by classical philosophy, Christian theology, and modern political theory, particularly drawing from thinkers like Michel Foucault and Carl Schmitt.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'Homo Sacer' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible for readers who prefer a flexible format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 216 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes and arguments.
- Q: When was 'Homo Sacer' first published? A: The book was first published on April 1, 1998.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a high-quality copy.
- Q: Is 'Homo Sacer' suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: While 'Homo Sacer' provides deep insights into political theory, it may be more suitable for readers with some background in philosophy or political studies due to its complex themes.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'bare life' in Agamben's work? A: The term 'bare life' refers to the human condition stripped of political and social rights, highlighting the ways in which individuals are subjected to state control.
- Q: Does the book address contemporary political issues? A: Yes, Agamben connects historical philosophical concepts with contemporary political issues, making it relevant for discussions about individual rights and state power today.