Unchaining Solidarity: On Mutual Aid and Anarchism with Catherine Malabou

The book explores the intersection of political philosophy and biology, focusing on solidarity and mutual aid in the context of the COVID-19 crisis, building on Catherine Malabou's theories in creative new directions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 03 April 2024
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

The book explores the ethical and political implications of the COVID-19 crisis, drawing on the work of Catherine Malabou and taking her theories in creative new directions. It argues that the crisis has highlighted the need for solidarity and mutual aid, and that these values can be applied to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. The book explores the ethical and political implications of the COVID-19 crisis, drawing on the work of Catherine Malabou and taking her theories in creative new directions. It argues that the crisis has highlighted the need for solidarity and mutual aid, and that these values can be applied to address the challenges posed by the pandemic.

The book begins by examining the concept of solidarity and mutual aid, and how they have been defined and understood throughout history. It then explores the ways in which these values have been challenged by the COVID-19 crisis, and how they can be reimagined and revitalized in the face of the pandemic. The book also considers the ethical and political implications of the crisis, including the impact on vulnerable populations, the role of the state, and the need for global cooperation.

One of the key themes of the book is the idea of the "common good." The book argues that the common good is not just a theoretical concept, but a practical one that requires us to work together to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. The book explores the ways in which the common good can be defined and achieved, and how it can be used to guide our response to the crisis.

Another key theme of the book is the idea of the "biopolitical." The book argues that the COVID-19 crisis has revealed the ways in which our bodies and our lives are governed by power, and that we need to develop new ways of thinking about and responding to these power dynamics. The book explores the ways in which the biopolitical can be used to address the challenges posed by the pandemic, including the development of new vaccines and treatments, and the regulation of public health.

The book also considers the role of the state in the response to the crisis. The book argues that the state has a critical role to play in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic, but that it must also be accountable to the public. The book explores the ways in which the state can be held accountable, including through the use of democratic institutions and the rule of law.

In conclusion, the book explores the ethical and political implications of the COVID-19 crisis, drawing on the work of Catherine Malabou and taking her theories in creative new directions. It argues that the crisis has highlighted the need for solidarity and mutual aid, and that these values can be applied to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. The book also considers the ethical and political implications of the crisis, including the impact on vulnerable populations, the role of the state, and the need for global cooperation. By working together, we can create a better future for ourselves and for future generations.
The COVID-19 crisis has brought to the forefront the importance of solidarity and mutual aid, and this book explores these concepts in creative new directions. Drawing on the work of Catherine Malabou, the book argues that the crisis has highlighted the need for these values to be applied to address the challenges posed by the pandemic.

The book begins by examining the concept of solidarity and mutual aid, and how they have been defined and understood throughout history. It then explores the ways in which these values have been challenged by the COVID-19 crisis, and how they can be reimagined and revitalized in the face of the pandemic. The book also considers the ethical and political implications of the crisis, including the impact on vulnerable populations, the role of the state, and the need for global cooperation.

One of the key themes of the book is the idea of the "common good." The book argues that the common good is not just a theoretical concept, but a practical one that requires us to work together to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. The book explores the ways in which the common good can be defined and achieved, and how it can be used to guide our response to the crisis.

Another key theme of the book is the idea of the "biopolitical." The book argues that the COVID-19 crisis has revealed the ways in which our bodies and our lives are governed by power, and that we need to develop new ways of thinking about and responding to these power dynamics. The book explores the ways in which the biopolitical can be used to address the challenges posed by the pandemic, including the development of new vaccines and treatments, and the regulation of public health.

The book also considers the role of the state in the response to the crisis. The book argues that the state has a critical role to play in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic, but that it must also be accountable to the public. The book explores the ways in which the state can be held accountable, including through the use of democratic institutions and the rule of law.

In conclusion, the book explores the ethical and political implications of the COVID-19 crisis, drawing on the work of Catherine Malabou and taking her theories in creative new directions. It argues that the crisis has highlighted the need for solidarity and mutual aid, and that these values can be applied to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. The book also considers the ethical and political implications of the crisis, including the impact on vulnerable populations, the role of the state, and the need for global cooperation. By working together, we can create a better future for ourselves and for future generations.

Weight: 422g
Dimension: 228 x 151 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538157978