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Typography: Mimesis, Philosophy, Politics (Meridian: Crossing Aesthetics),Used
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Philosopher, literary critic, translator (of Nietzsche and Benjamin), Philippe LacoueLabarthe is one of the leading intellectual figures in France. This volume of six essays deals with the relation between philosophy and aesthetics, particularly the role of mimesis in a metaphysics of representation.Comment [1997]'Typography is a book whose importance has not diminished since its first publication in French in 1979. On the contrary, I would say, it is only now that one can truly begin to appreciate the groundbreaking status of these essays. The points it makes, the way it approaches the questions of mimesis, fictionality, and figurality, is unique. There are no comparable books, or books that could supersede it.' Rudolphe Gasch,State University of New York, Buffalo'LacoueLabarthe's essays still set the standards for thinking through the problem of subjectivity without simply retreating behind insights already gained. But this book is much more than a collection of essays: it constitutes a philosophical project in its own right. Anybody interested in the problem of mimesiswhether from a psychoanalytic, platonic, or any other philosophical anglecannot avoid an encounter with this book. LacoueLabarthe is a philosopher and a comparatist in the highest sense of the word, and the breadth of his knowledge and the rigor of his thought are exemplary.' Eva Geulen,New York UniversityReview'In demonstrating how mimesis has determined philosophical thought, LacoueLabarthe provokes us into reconsidering our understanding of history and politics. . . . Together with the introduction, these essays are essential reading for anyone interested in Heidegger, postmodernism, and the history of mimesis in philosophy and literature.' The Review of Metaphysics
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Typography: Mimesis, Philosophy, Politics'? A: The book primarily explores the relationship between philosophy and aesthetics, particularly the concept of mimesis in representation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Philippe Lacoue-Labarthe, a renowned philosopher and literary critic known for his contributions to aesthetics and philosophy.
- Q: What type of essays are included in this volume? A: This volume contains six essays that delve into philosophical inquiries regarding mimesis, fictionality, and figurality.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: While the book is intellectually rigorous, it may be more suitable for readers with some background in philosophy due to its complex themes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as being in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 308 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Typography: Mimesis, Philosophy, Politics' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1998.
- Q: What themes are addressed in the essays? A: The essays address themes such as the intersection of mimesis, philosophy, history, and politics.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for understanding Heidegger's philosophy? A: Yes, the book is essential reading for those interested in Heidegger, postmodernism, and the philosophical history of mimesis.