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The Prophet of Cuernavaca: Ivan Illich and the Crisis of the West,Used
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Catholic priest and radical social critic Ivan Illich is best known for books like Deschooling Society and Medical Nemesis that skewered the dominant institutions of the West in the 1970s. Although commissioned in 1961 by American bishops to run a missionary training center in Cuernavaca, Mexico, Illich emerged as one of the major critics of the missionary movement. As he became a more controversial figure, his center evolved into CIDOC (Centro Intercultural de Documentacin), an informal university that attracted a diverse group of intellectuals and seekers from around the world. They came to Illich's center to learn Spanish, to attend seminars, and to sit at the feet of Illich, whose relentless criticism of the Catholic Church and modern Western culture resonated with the revolutionary spirit of the times. His 1967 article, 'The Seamy Side of Charity,' a harsh attack on the American missionary effort in Latin America, and other criticisms of the Church led to a trial at the Vatican in 1968, after which he left the priesthood. Illich's writings struck at the foundations of western society, and envisioned utopian transformations in the realms of education, transportation, medicine, and economics. He was an inspiration to a generation of liberation theologians and other leftwing intellectuals.In The Prophet of Cuernavaca Todd Hartch traces the development of Illich's ideas from his work as a priest through his later secular period, offering one of the first booklength historical treatments of his thought in English.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Prophet of Cuernavaca'? A: 'The Prophet of Cuernavaca' centers on Ivan Illich's critical perspective of Western institutions, particularly exploring his views on education, medicine, and the Catholic Church.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Todd Hartch, who provides a comprehensive historical analysis of Ivan Illich's ideas.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Prophet of Cuernavaca' was published on April 1, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Prophet of Cuernavaca' have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Prophet of Cuernavaca' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a detailed examination of Illich's thought and is suitable for academic study and research in fields such as religious studies and social criticism.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of education, social criticism, liberation theology, and the impact of Illich's ideas on Western culture.
- Q: What is Ivan Illich known for? A: Ivan Illich is known for his critiques of modern institutions and his influential writings on education and social issues, including 'Deschooling Society'.
- Q: Does the book include Illich's criticisms of the Catholic Church? A: Yes, the book discusses Illich's criticisms of the Catholic Church and his views on the missionary movement.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is ideal for readers interested in religious studies, social criticism, and the historical context of Ivan Illich's work.