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Aihwa Ong
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Neoliberalism As Exception - Mutations In Citizenship And Sovereignty
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This book is a great read for those interested in exploring the changing nature of citizenship and sovereignty in the modern world. Aihwa Ong's analysis of the impact of neoliberalism on immigration and transnational populations offers a fresh perspective on the topic. Ong's writing style is clear and concise, making complex concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Overall, Neoliberalism As Exception is a thought-provoking and insightful work that is highly recommended for anyone interested in the politics of citizenship and sovereignty.
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Pauline M. Vaillancourt Rosenau
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Princeton
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Post-Modernism and the Social Sciences : Insights, Inroads, and Intrusions
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This book would be an excellent read for anyone interested in the evolution of social sciences and the influence of post-modernism. Rosenau offers a clear and concise explanation of post-modern concepts that can be difficult to understand. The book critiques the challenging truths of modern science, traditional hierarchical decision-making structures, puts emphasis on the importance of local, primitive cultures and encourages to new, alternative political, social, and cultural projects.
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Mary Poovey
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A History of the Modern Fact : Problems of Knowledge in the Sciences of Wealth and Society
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How did the fact become modernity's most favored unit of knowledge? How did description come to seem separable from theory in the precursors of economics and the social sciences?Mary Poovey explores these questions in A History of the Modern Fact , ranging across an astonishing array of texts and ideas from the publication of the first British manual on double-entry bookkeeping in 1588 to the institutionalization of statistics in the 1830s. She shows how the production of systematic knowledge from descriptions of observed particulars influenced government, how numerical representation became the privileged vehicle for generating useful facts, and how belief—whether figured as credit, credibility, or credulity—remained essential to the production of knowledge.Illuminating the epistemological conditions that have made modern social and economic knowledge possible, A History of the Modern Fact provides important contributions to the history of political thought, economics, science, and philosophy, as well as to literary and cultural criticism.
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Tom Campbell
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Oxford
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Seven Theories of Human Society
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This book is perfect for anyone interested in sociology or anthropology. It provides a clear and concise overview of the most important contributors to these fields. Each chapter dives deep into the theories put forth by some of the most influential thinkers in history. The author presents their ideas in a well-organized manner, making them easy to follow and understand. Overall, this is a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of human society and its workings.
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Walter D. Mignolo
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Duke
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The Darker Side of Western Modernity : Global Futures, Decolonial Options
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"The Darker Side of Western Modernity" argues that the world is undergoing a shift towards dewesternization and decoloniality, which require a break from the colonial matrix of Western power to imagine and create new global futures. This book will be relevant and enlightening for anyone interested in understanding the power structures that underlie Western modernity and the potential for a more equitable future.
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Michael Thompson
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Harvard
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Life and Action : Elementary Structures of Practice and Practical Thought
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"Life and Action" could be a good read for those interested in a deep dive into practical philosophy. Michael Thompson aims to reconfigure a whole sector of philosophy by relocating crucial concepts, such as "life", back into the metaphysics of life. His work's distinctive features include a purist's approach to three interrelated concepts of life, action, and practice and the revival of philosophy by focusing on larger issues.
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Helena Alvair Garcia, Álvaro Santos, David M. Trubek |
Cambridge
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Law And The New Developmental State - The Brazilian Experience In Latin American Context
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This book is a must-read for those interested in Latin American development policies. It offers a unique perspective on the emergence of a new developmental state in Brazil, which focuses on reducing inequality, promoting innovation, and using public-private partnerships to enhance the role of the state in economic development. Through insightful case studies, it introduces readers to the new roles of legal institutions in shaping innovative poverty-relief programs and trade policies. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the Brazilian experience and its significance for the role of law in development today.
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Anthony Giddens
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Cambridge
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Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber
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Giddens's analysis of the writings of Marx, Durkheim and Weber has become the classic text for any student seeking to understand the three thinkers who established the basic framework of contemporary sociology. The first three sections of the book, based on close textual examination of the original sources, contain separate treatments of each writer. The author demonstrates the internal coherence of their respective contributions to social theory. The concluding section discusses the principal ways in which Marx can be compared with the other two authors, and discusses misconceptions of some conventional views on the subject.
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William Clare Roberts
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Princeton
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Marx's Inferno : The Political Theory of Capital
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Marx's Inferno could be a good read for individuals interested in political theory, socialism, and workers' movement. The book offers a unique perspective on Karl Marx's Capital and examines the motives and aims of the workers' movement. It cleverly engages the reader in socialist debates about the nature of commerce, the experience of labor, the power of bosses and managers, and the possibilities of political organization. If you want to understand how Marx revised republican ideas of freedom in response to the rise of capitalism and how they speak to ever-renewed concerns about political life in today's world, then this book is for you.
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Meyda Yeğenoğlu
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Cambridge
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Colonial Fantasies: Towards a Feminist Reading of Orientalism - Cambridge Cultural Social Studies
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For anyone fascinated by the intersection of feminism and postcolonial studies, "Colonial Fantasies" is an enlightening dive. It challenges established perspectives on orientalism, adding layers of gender dynamics to your understanding of historical and cultural narratives. If you're looking for a read that pushes the envelope on critical thought, this would be it.
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James H. Tully
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Cambridge
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Public Philosophy in a New Key: Volume 2, Imperialism and Civic Freedom
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These two ambitious volumes from one of the world's most celebrated political philosophers present a new kind of political and legal theory that James Tully calls a public philosophy, and a complementary new way of thinking about active citizenship, called civic freedom. Professor Tully takes the reader step-by-step through the principal debates in political theory and the major types of political struggle today. These volumes represent a genuine landmark in political theory. In this second volume, Professor Tully studies networks and civic struggles over global or imperial relations of inequality, dependency, exploitation and environmental degradation beyond the state. The final chapter brings all of the author's resonant themes together in a new way of thinking about global and local citizenship, and of political theory in relation to it. This forms a powerful conclusion to a major intervention from a vital and distinctive voice in contemporary thought.
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W.J. Thomas Mitchell
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University
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Picture Theory : Essays on Verbal and Visual Representation
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This book delves into the complexities of visual representation and its impact on culture, consciousness, and politics. With a focus on movies like Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" and Oliver Stone's "JFK," the author examines how images can provoke public debate or fuel political violence, making it an essential read for those interested in media and cultural studies. The book proposes a "picture theory" that offers a new perspective on the interplay between the visual and the readable, providing valuable insights into the unique power of images.
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James G. March
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Cornell
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The Ambiguities Of Experience
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This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in understanding the intricate relationship between intelligence and experience. It challenges the conventional wisdom that experience is the best teacher and delves into the limitations and pitfalls of relying solely on experience for learning and adaptation. With thought-provoking insights, March explores the nuances of human interpretation, offering a fresh perspective on the role of experience in creating true intelligence. Get ready to question your assumptions and gain a deeper understanding of how we learn and grow.
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Graham Parkes
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University
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Nietzsche and Asian Thought
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This book is recommended for readers who are interested in exploring philosophical perspectives on Nietzsche's work from cultures beyond the Anglo-American traditions. The essays by internationally renowned scholars provide valuable insights into the impact and influence of Nietzsche's ideas on Asian philosophies in India, China, and Japan. The unique feature of this book is that it highlights cross-cultural connections and cultivates new perspectives, making it a must-read for anyone interested in a diverse and global approach to philosophy.
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Paul F. Campos
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Oxford
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Jurismania : Madness of American Law
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In Jurismania, Paul Campos asserts that our legal system is beginning to exhibit symptoms of serious mental illness. Trials and appeals that stretch out for years and cost millions, 100 page appellate court opinions, 1,000 page statutes before which even lawyers tremble with fear, and a publicthat grows more litigious every day all testify to a judicial overkill that borders on obsessive-compulsive disorder. Campos locates the source of such madness, paradoxically, in our worship of reason and the resulting belief that all problems are amenable to legal solutions. In insightfuldiscussions of a wide range of cases, from NCAA regulations of student-athletes to the Simpson trial, from our most intractable social disputes over abortion and physician-assisted suicide to the war on drugs and the increasingly fastidious attempts to regulate behavior in public spaces, Camposshows that the mania for more law exacerbates the very problems it seeks to remedy. In his final chapter, the author calls instead for a humbling recognition of the limits of reason and a much more modest role for our legal system.Clearly written and laced with a delicious wit, Jurismania gives us a CAT-scan of the American legal mind at work. It reveals not only that the patient is even worse off than we imagined, but also clarifies the many reasons why.
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Bernard Williams
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Cambridge
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Morality : An Introduction to Ethics
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- In "Morality: An Introduction to Ethics," Bernard Williams offers a refreshing perspective on moral philosophy. Through thought-provoking analysis, he challenges traditional notions and delves into the complexities of ethics. If you are seeking an intellectual exploration beyond conventional moral frameworks, this book is a fascinating and enlightening read.
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Robert Richardson, Jean-Luc Nancy, Anne O'Byrne |
Stanford
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Being Singular Plural
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This book is a unique and challenging philosophical study of community and social existence beyond individualism. It offers a new way of thinking about community as a mutual abandonment and exposure to each other that preserves individual freedom, without resorting to spectacle or authenticity. It is recommended for readers interested in rethinking conventional notions of community and social existence, and is particularly relevant to psychoanalytic, political, and multicultural concepts.
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James C. Scott
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Princeton
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Two Cheers for Anarchism : Six Easy Pieces on Autonomy, Dignity, and Meaningful Work and Play
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Two Cheers for Anarchism could be a good read for someone looking to challenge traditional structures of hierarchy. Scott offers a unique perspective on everyday social and political interactions that inspire readers to consider constructive anarchism. The book celebrates the ingenuity and judgement of individuals exercising their creative and moral capacities. Readers will enjoy relatable anecdotes and examples that touch on a wide range of subjects, including globalization, assembly-line production, and historical explanation.
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John G. Stackhouse Jr.
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Oxford
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Need To Know - Vocation As The Heart Of Christian Epistemology
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"Need to Know" is a valuable read for serious Christians seeking guidance in making everyday decisions of all kinds. The book presents a clear and comprehensive model for Christian thinking grounded in both theological tradition and a wide range of influential thinkers from history. At the heart of the book is the concept of vocation, which Stackhouse uses to argue that God will provide the knowledge needed for Christians to successfully accomplish their goals in the world.
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Benjamin R. Barber
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Princeton
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A Passion for Democracy : American Essays
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A Passion for Democracy: American Essays is a great read for individuals interested in understanding American democracy. The author lays out the importance of civic education and culture in relationship to democracy, and how technology could affect the very principles democracy rests upon. It's unique in its analysis of censorship and how it affects democracy. If you're looking for a thought-provoking and insightful read about democracy, this book is for you.
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Zoltan Pall
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Cambridge
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Salafism in Lebanon : Local and Transnational Movements
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This book is an insightful and in-depth analysis of the dynamics of non-violent Lebanese Salafi groups, shedding light on the lesser-known peaceful proselytization aspects of Salafism. It also explores the importance of transnational links, leading to the fragmentation of the Lebanese Salafi community. The book highlights how Salafism creates and mobilizes material and symbolic resources, reshaping the structures of authority within Lebanon's Sunni Muslim community. Highly recommended for those interested in understanding the complexity of Salafism in Lebanon beyond its association with violence.