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Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life,Used
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Walter Benjamin is one of the twentieth century's most important intellectuals, and also one of its most elusive. His writingsmosaics incorporating philosophy, literary criticism, Marxist analysis, and a syncretistic theologydefy simple categorization. And his mobile, often improvised existence has proven irresistible to mythologizers. His writing career moved from the brilliant esotericism of his early writings through his emergence as a central voice in Weimar culture and on to the exile years, with its pioneering studies of modern media and the rise of urban commodity capitalism in Paris. That career was played out amid some of the most catastrophic decades of modern European history: the horror of the First World War, the turbulence of the Weimar Republic, and the lengthening shadow of fascism. Now, a major new biography from two of the world's foremost Benjamin scholars reaches beyond the mosaic and the mythical to present this intriguing figure in full.Howard Eiland and Michael Jennings make available for the first time a rich store of information which augments and corrects the record of an extraordinary life. They offer a comprehensive portrait of Benjamin and his times as well as extensive commentaries on his major works, including "The Work of Art in the Age of Its Technological Reproducibility," the essays on Baudelaire, and the great study of the German Trauerspiel. Sure to become the standard reference biography of this seminal thinker, Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life will prove a source of inexhaustible interest for Benjamin scholars and novices alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life'? A: The biography offers a comprehensive portrait of Walter Benjamin, exploring his intellectual contributions, life experiences, and the historical context in which he lived.
- Q: Who are the authors of this biography? A: The book is authored by Howard Eiland and Michael Jennings, both recognized scholars of Walter Benjamin.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the book? A: The book delves into themes such as philosophy, literary criticism, Marxist analysis, and the impact of modern media and urban commodity capitalism.
- Q: How many pages does 'Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life' contain? A: The biography consists of 768 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of Benjamin's life and works.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life' is available in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life' published? A: The book was published on January 20, 2014.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for both scholars and novices interested in Walter Benjamin's ideas and contributions.
- Q: Does this biography include analyses of Benjamin's major works? A: Yes, it includes extensive commentaries on Benjamin's major works, such as 'The Work of Art in the Age of Its Technological Reproducibility' and his essays on Baudelaire.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition for this book is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: Is there any special edition or edition number for this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life'.