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Production of Presence: What Meaning Cannot Convey,New
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Production of Presence is a comprehensive version of the thinking of Hans Ulrich Gumbrecht, one of the most consistently original literary scholars writing today. It offers a personalized account of some of the central theoretical movements in literary studies and in the humanities over the past thirty years, together with an equally personal view of a possible future. Based on this assessment of the past and the future of literary studies and the humanities, the book develops the provocative thesis that, through their exclusive dedication to interpretation, i.e. to the reconstruction and attribution of meaning, the humanities have become incapable of addressing a dimension in all cultural phenomena that is as important as the dimension of meaning. Interpretation alone cannot do justice to the dimension of 'presence,' a dimension in which cultural phenomena and cultural events become tangible and have an impact on our senses and our bodies. Production of Presence is a passionate plea for a rethinking and a reshaping of the intellectual practice within the humanities.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Production of Presence'? A: The main theme of 'Production of Presence' is the exploration of the concept of 'presence' in cultural phenomena, arguing that humanities have become overly focused on interpretation and meaning, neglecting the tangible impacts of cultural events.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Production of Presence' is Hans Ulrich Gumbrecht, a respected literary scholar known for his original contributions to literary studies.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 11, 2003.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Production of Presence' have? A: The book contains 200 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of 'Criticism & Theory'.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this book is the first edition.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the evolution of literary studies and a provocative thesis on the importance of presence in cultural understanding.
- Q: Does this book include any personal accounts or insights? A: Yes, the book offers a personalized account of central theoretical movements in literary studies and the humanities.