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Walter Benjamin: Selected Writings, Volume 2: 19271934,Used
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In the frenzied final years of the Weimar Republic, amid economic collapse and mourning political catastrophe, Walter Benjamin emerged as the most original practicing literary critic and public intellectual in the Germanspeaking world. Volume 2 of Selected Writings, covering the years 1927 to 1934, displays the full spectrum of Benjamin's achievements at this pivotal stage in his career.Previously concerned chiefly with literary theory, Benjamin during these Years does pioneering work in new areas, from the stud of popular Culture (a discipline he virtually created) to theories of the media and the visual arts. His writings on the theory of modernitymost of them new to readers of Englishdevelop ideas as important to an understanding of the twentieth century as an contained in his widely anthologiied essay 'The Work of Art in the Age of Technological Reproducibility.This volume brings together previously untranslated writings on major figures such as Brecht, Valry and Gide, and on subjects ranging from film, radio, and the novel to memory, kitsch, and the theory of language. We find the manifoldly inquisitive Benjamin musing on the new modes of perception opened tip by techniques of photographic enlargement and cinematic montage, on the life and work of & Goethe at Weimar, on the fascination of old toys and the mysteries of food, and on the allegorical significance of Mickey Mouse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Walter Benjamin's Selected Writings, Volume 2? A: The main focus of Walter Benjamin's Selected Writings, Volume 2 is his exploration of literary criticism, media theory, and visual arts during the years 1927 to 1934, highlighting his pioneering work in popular culture and modernity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Walter Benjamin, a prominent literary critic and public intellectual.
- Q: What kind of topics does this volume cover? A: This volume covers a wide range of topics including film, radio, the novel, memory, kitsch, language theory, and reflections on major figures like Brecht and Valéry.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in literary criticism? A: While the book includes foundational ideas in literary criticism, it may be more suited for readers with some prior knowledge of Benjamin's work or literary theory.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in good condition, indicating that it has been used but remains functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does this volume have? A: This volume contains a total of 880 pages.
- Q: When was this edition of the book published? A: This edition of Walter Benjamin's Selected Writings, Volume 2 was published on June 17, 1999.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, which typically offers greater durability and protection compared to paperback editions.
- Q: Are there any previously untranslated writings included in this volume? A: Yes, this volume includes previously untranslated writings by Walter Benjamin, expanding the accessibility of his thoughts to English-speaking readers.
- Q: What is the significance of the essay 'The Work of Art in the Age of Technological Reproducibility'? A: The essay 'The Work of Art in the Age of Technological Reproducibility' is significant for its insights into how technology impacts art and perception, making it a crucial component of Benjamin's contributions to modernity and media theory.