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The Seduction of Unreason: The Intellectual Romance with Fascism from Nietzsche to Postmodernism,Used
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Fifteen years ago, revelations about the political misdeeds of Martin Heidegger and Paul de Man sent shock waves throughout European and North American intellectual circles. Ever since, postmodernism has been haunted by the specter of a compromised past. In this intellectual genealogy of the postmodern spirit, Richard Wolin shows that postmodernism's infatuation with fascism has been widespread and not incidental. He calls into question postmodernism's claim to have inherited the mantle of the leftand suggests that postmodern thought has long been smitten with the opposite end of the political spectrum.In probing chapters on C. G. Jung, HansGeorg Gadamer, Georges Bataille, and Maurice Blanchot, Wolin discovers an unsettling commonality: during the 1930s, these thinkers leaned to the right and were tainted by a proverbial 'fascination with fascism.' Frustrated by democracy's shortcomings, they were seduced by fascism's grandiose promises of political regeneration. The dictatorships in Italy and Germany promised redemption from the uncertainties of political liberalism. But, from the beginning, there could be no doubting their brutal methods of racism, violence, and imperial conquest.Postmodernism's origins among the profascist literati of the 1930s reveal a dark political patrimony. The unspoken affinities between CounterEnlightenment and postmodernism constitute the guiding thread of Wolin's suggestive narrative. In their mutual hostility toward reason and democracy, postmodernists and the advocates of CounterEnlightenment betray a telltale strategic alliancethey cohabit the fraught terrain where far left and far right intersect.Those who take Wolin's conclusions to heart will never view the history of modern thought in quite the same way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Seduction of Unreason'? A: The main theme of 'The Seduction of Unreason' is the exploration of postmodernism's complex relationship with fascism, highlighting how certain intellectuals were drawn to fascist ideologies during the 1930s.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Seduction of Unreason' is authored by Richard Wolin, a noted scholar in the field of intellectual history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Seduction of Unreason'? A: The book contains 400 pages, offering an in-depth look at its subject matter.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Seduction of Unreason' was published on March 21, 2004.
- Q: Is this book in new or used condition? A: The book is listed as new, ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Criticism & Theory, making it suitable for those interested in literary and philosophical critiques.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of the book's arguments? A: The book argues that postmodernism's intellectual roots are intertwined with fascist ideologies, questioning its claims to leftist inheritance and revealing the historical affiliations between far-left and far-right thinking.
- Q: What are some key thinkers discussed in this book? A: Key thinkers discussed include C. G. Jung, Hans-Georg Gadamer, Georges Bataille, and Maurice Blanchot, who are examined for their connections to fascist thought.
- Q: What condition should I expect when purchasing this book? A: You should expect a used book in good condition, which may show some signs of wear but remains readable and intact.