Deleuze, Kierkegaard and the Ethics of Selfhood

Deleuze and Kierkegaard's radical ethics of becoming what one is is explored by Andrew Jampol-Petzinger, who proposes a conception of normativity that prioritizes growth and self-overcoming while recognizing the importance of values for leading a livable life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 30 April 2022
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Deleuze and Kierkegaard's radical ethics of becoming what one is is explored in depth by Andrew Jampol-Petzinger. He delves into Gilles Deleuze's under-discussed interpretation of Soren Kierkegaard, offering a unique perspective on ethics and selfhood. Jampol-Petzinger challenges theories of moral judgment and selfhood based on stable, substance-orientated forms of identity. He begins by rejecting these categories and examining their shared projects of ethics as fundamentally about becoming who one is. Through this lens, Jampol-Petzinger advocates for a conception of normativity that prioritizes ideas of growth and self-overcoming while also recognizing the significance and necessity of values adequate to leading a livable life.

This exploration of Deleuze and Kierkegaard's radical ethics sheds light on the importance of embracing change, self-discovery, and the pursuit of authenticity. It challenges traditional notions of moral judgment and identity and offers a fresh perspective on the ethical dimensions of human existence. By emphasizing the importance of growth and self-overcoming, Jampol-Petzinger's interpretation provides a valuable framework for individuals seeking to live meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Weight: 435g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474476089