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Subjectivity and Otherness: A Philosophical Reading of Lacan (Short Circuits),Used
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The evolution of the concept of subjectivity in the works of Jacques Lacan.Countering the call by some proLacanians for an end to the exegesis of Lacan's workand the dismissal by antiLacanians of Lacan as impossibly impenetrableSubjectivity and Otherness argues for Lacan as a paradoxically systematic thinker, and for the necessity of a close analysis of his texts. Lorenzo Chiesa examines, from a philosophical perspective, the evolution of the concept of subjectivity in Lacan's work, carrying out a detailed reading of the Lacanian subject in its necessary relation to otherness according to Lacan's orders of the Imaginary, the Symbolic, and the Real. Chiesa emphasizes the continuity underlying apparently incompatible phases of Lacan's examination of the subject, describing Lacan's theory as a consistent philosophical systembut one that is constantly revised and therefore problematic. Chiesa analyzes each old theory of the subject within the framework of a new elaboration and reassesses its fundamental tenets from the perspective of a general psychoanalytic discourse that becomes increasingly complex. From the 1960s on, writes Chiesa, the Lacanian subject amounts to an irreducible lack that must be actively confronted and assumed; this subjectivized lack, Chiesa argues further, offers an escape from the contemporary impasse between the death of the subject alleged by postmodernism and a return to a traditional substantialist notion of the subject. An original treatment of psychoanalytic issues, Subjectivity and Otherness fills a significant gap in the existing literature on Lacan, taking seriously the need for a philosophical investigation of Lacanian concepts.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Subjectivity and Otherness'? A: 'Subjectivity and Otherness' primarily explores the evolution of the concept of subjectivity in the works of Jacques Lacan, emphasizing the philosophical aspects of Lacan's thought.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Subjectivity and Otherness' is Lorenzo Chiesa.
- Q: When was 'Subjectivity and Otherness' published? A: 'Subjectivity and Otherness' was published on September 28, 2007.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: 'Subjectivity and Otherness' has a total of 248 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Subjectivity and Otherness' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in psychoanalysis? A: The book provides a philosophical reading of Lacan's work, which may be challenging for beginners, but it offers valuable insights for those willing to engage with Lacanian concepts.
- Q: Does this book cover contemporary psychoanalytic issues? A: Yes, 'Subjectivity and Otherness' discusses contemporary psychoanalytic issues and the concept of subjectivity in the context of modern philosophical discourse.
- Q: What philosophical themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as subjectivity, otherness, and the relations between the Imaginary, the Symbolic, and the Real as per Lacan's theories.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'Subjectivity and Otherness' is aimed at readers interested in psychoanalysis, philosophy, and those studying Lacanian theory.
- Q: Are there any reviews available for this book? A: Yes, 'Subjectivity and Otherness' has received various reviews that discuss its contributions to understanding Lacanian concepts and its philosophical depth.