Emilio Uranga's Analysis of Mexican Being: A Translation and Critical Introduction

Emilio Uranga's landmark book, Análisis del ser del mexicano, is translated into English for the first time, providing a comprehensive introduction and overview of its significance in 20th century Mexican philosophy, phenomenology, and Latin American philosophy. Uranga's "ontology" is explored, and his relevance to contemporary debates is discussed. Sánchez's expert translation allows readers to understand why Uranga is considered one of the most fearless and original thinkers of the 20th century.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 11 February 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Emilio Uranga, a founding member of the renowned el grupo Hiperión, dedicated his life to exploring the intricacies and distinctiveness of Mexican existence. His seminal work, Análisis del ser del mexicano, has now been translated into English for the first time, accompanied by a comprehensive introduction. This translation offers a valuable opportunity to delve into the key moments in the development of 20th-century Mexican philosophy up to the writing of Uranga's text. It provides a detailed overview of the translated text and its most significant movements, shedding light on the philosophical debates of the time. Additionally, the introduction explores Uranga's relevance to contemporary discussions in phenomenology of culture, decolonial philosophy, phenomenology, and Latin American philosophy itself. It also delves into Uranga's "ontology" and how he justified his project by appealing to 20th-century Mexican poetry and existential phenomenology. Reading Uranga's brilliant words, expertly translated and introduced by Carlos Alberto Sánchez, allows us to understand why this Mexican philosopher is considered one of the most fearless and original thinkers of the 20th century.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 215 x 138 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350145283