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Radical Hope: Ethics In The Face Of Cultural Devastation,Used
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Shortly before he died, Plenty Coups, the last great Chief of the Crow Nation, told his storyup to a certain point. When the buffalo went away the hearts of my people fell to the ground, he said, and they could not lift them up again. After this nothing happened. It is precisely this pointthat of a people faced with the end of their way of lifethat prompts the philosophical and ethical inquiry pursued in Radical Hope. In Jonathan Lears view, Plenty Coups story raises a profound ethical question that transcends his time and challenges us all: how should one face the possibility that ones culture might collapse?This is a vulnerability that affects us allinsofar as we are all inhabitants of a civilization, and civilizations are themselves vulnerable to historical forces. How should we live with this vulnerability? Can we make any sense of facing up to such a challenge courageously? Using the available anthropology and history of the Indian tribes during their confinement to reservations, and drawing on philosophy and psychoanalytic theory, Lear explores the story of the Crow Nation at an impasse as it bears upon these questionsand these questions as they bear upon our own place in the world. His book is a deeply revealing, and deeply moving, philosophical inquiry into a peculiar vulnerability that goes to the heart of the human condition.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Radical Hope: Ethics in the Face of Cultural Devastation'? A: The main theme of 'Radical Hope' revolves around the ethical and philosophical inquiry into how cultures can confront the potential collapse of their way of life, as exemplified by Plenty Coups' story and the Crow Nation's experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Radical Hope' is Jonathan Lear, a philosopher who examines the interplay between culture, history, and ethics.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used book is listed as being in 'Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Radical Hope' is a hardcover binding, which typically provides greater durability.
- Q: When was 'Radical Hope' published? A: The book was published on September 22, 2006.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Psychoanalysis, highlighting its focus on psychological and philosophical themes.
- Q: Is there any specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this listing is for the first edition of 'Radical Hope'.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key feature of this book is its exploration of philosophical questions regarding cultural vulnerability, using the Crow Nation's historical context.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding cultural ethics? A: Yes, 'Radical Hope' provides insights into cultural ethics and the challenges faced by societies in the face of potential collapse, making it relevant for those interested in ethical philosophy.