Jacques Ranciere,Peter Engelmann
Politics and Aesthetics
Politics and Aesthetics
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Jacques Rancière explores the relationship between politics and aesthetics, arguing that aesthetics forms the basis for social and political upheaval. He shows how political relations develop from sensual experience and how aesthetics can be a means of disrupting this order and transforming political reality.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2019
Publisher: Polity Press
In his book, "The Politics of Aesthetics," renowned philosopher Jacques Rancière engages in a profound exploration of the enduring relationship between politics and aesthetics, contending that aesthetics serves as the fundamental catalyst for social and political upheaval. Building upon his rejection of structuralist Marxism, Rancière traces the evolution of his thought, from his early studies on workers' emancipation to his recent work on literature, film, and visual art. Instead of limiting the scope of aesthetics to mere contemplation of art or beauty, Rancière argues that it encompasses the entirety of our "regime of experience." He demonstrates how political relations emerge from the fusion of sensual experience, as individual feelings and perceptions become the concern of the community as a whole. By recognizing the emancipatory potential of aesthetic experience, Rancière posits that it can disrupt the existing order and transform political reality.
In this concise yet thought-provoking work, Rancière delves into the emerging forms of emancipatory politics that arise from contemporary art practices and social movements. He encourages readers to engage with these new perspectives and explore the ways in which aesthetics can be used as a tool for social change. "The Politics of Aesthetics" appeals to a wide range of individuals, including those interested in contemporary art, aesthetics, philosophy, and political theory. Through his insightful analysis and compelling arguments, Rancière offers a fresh and innovative perspective on the complex interplay between politics and aesthetics, challenging readers to think critically and engage with the world around them in new and meaningful ways.
Weight: 140g
Dimension: 190 x 124 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509535026
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