Deleuze, Guattari and the Art of Multiplicity

This collection of essays explores how art and philosophy can be used to promote change across different media and disciplines, including contemporary Middle Eastern art, Indigenous ritual art, feminist and queer art, and architectural algorithms. It offers insights from key influences on Deleuze and Guattari, such as Raymond Ruyer and Gilbert Simondon, and includes applied essays on specific art practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2020
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

This comprehensive collection of essays, penned by a diverse array of philosophers and art practitioners, serves as a valuable resource for enacting change across various domains of art and philosophy. Spanning a wide range of media and bridging the gap between theory and practice, it offers insightful perspectives from contemporary Middle Eastern art to Indigenous ritual art, feminist and queer art, and even architectural algorithms. By decolonizing our understanding of art, this collection challenges the traditional Western-centric art history narrative.

The first section of the book delves into theoretical essays that explore the concept of multiplicities, the impact of affect and politics, as well as the thought of influential figures such as Raymond Ruyer and Gilbert Simondon. These scholars played a significant role in shaping the ideas of Deleuze and Guattari, two key influences on the collection.

The second section of the book presents applied essays that focus on specific art practices, including the plastic arts, theatre, architecture, music, and folk performances. These essays provide practical insights and examples of how artists and thinkers have applied their ideas to create meaningful and transformative works of art.

Through its multidisciplinary approach, this collection offers a rich and diverse perspective on the intersection of art and philosophy, empowering readers to engage with these fields in new and innovative ways. Whether you are an artist, philosopher, or simply someone interested in exploring the boundaries between creativity and thought, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to expand their horizons and contribute to the ongoing dialogue between art and society.

Weight: 608g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474457651