Bryan Nelson
The Antinomies of Politics: Ranciere, Lefort, Abensour
The Antinomies of Politics: Ranciere, Lefort, Abensour
💎 Earn 348 Points (£3.48) on this item.
YOU SAVE £20.38
- Condition: Brand new
- UK Delivery times: Usually arrives within 2 - 3 working days
- UK Shipping: Fee starts at £2.39. Subject to product weight & dimension
Bulk ordering. Want 15 or more copies? Get a personalised quote and bigger discounts. Learn more about bulk orders.
Couldn't load pickup availability
- More about The Antinomies of Politics: Ranciere, Lefort, Abensour
This book explores an often neglected current in contemporary French political thought that challenges the limits of the concept of democracy. It situates the projects of Jacques Ranciere, Claude Lefort, and Miguel Abensour in relation to each other and to the broader philosophical question of the nature of democracy itself. Bryan Nelson illuminates democracy's potential as a profound emancipatory and transformative project, offering an unprecedented challenge to modes of domination, strategies of inequality, and hierarchies of all kinds.
Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 31 December 2022
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
This captivating book delves into an often overlooked and transformative current in contemporary French political thought, pushing the boundaries of the concept of democracy. By contextualizing the projects of Jacques Ranciere, Claude Lefort, and Miguel Abensour within each other and in relation to the broader philosophical question of the nature of democracy itself, Bryan Nelson sheds light on the immense potential of democracy as a profound emancipatory and transformative endeavor. In doing so, he presents an unprecedented challenge to modes of domination, strategies of inequality, and hierarchies of all kinds.
Challenging prevailing interpretations, the author draws upon the central concepts, problems, and polemics in the works of Ranciere, Lefort, and Abensour to develop a bold and innovative conception of democracy. This conception enables us to reimagine the essence, power, and broader social and political implications of democracy, offering a fresh perspective on its role in shaping our world.
Through meticulous analysis and thoughtful exploration, this book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of contemporary French political thought. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in exploring the possibilities and limitations of democracy in the modern era.
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474477222
This item can be found in:
UK and International shipping information
UK and International shipping information
UK Delivery and returns information:
- Delivery within 2 - 3 days when ordering in the UK.
- Shipping fee for UK customers from £2.39. Fully tracked shipping service available.
- Returns policy: Return within 30 days of receipt for full refund.
International deliveries:
Shulph Ink now ships to Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Luxembourg Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Netherlands, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United States of America.
- Delivery times: within 5 - 10 days for international orders.
- Shipping fee: charges vary for overseas orders. Only tracked services are available for most international orders. Some countries have untracked shipping options.
- Customs charges: If ordering to addresses outside the United Kingdom, you may or may not incur additional customs and duties fees during local delivery.
