The Sublime Object of Ideology, published in 1989, was a groundbreaking work that introduced Žižek's unique brand of cultural and philosophical commentary. It combined concepts from aesthetics, psychoanalytic theory, cultural studies, and the philosophy of belief, changing the face of contemporary commentary. This guide provides an overview of the influential thinkers and foundational concepts that Žižek draws on, helping students understand the philosophical context of his early explorations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 27 June 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The Sublime Object of Ideology: A Breakthrough Work by Žižek

The Sublime Object of Ideology, published in 1989, is considered Žižek's masterpiece and a groundbreaking reinvention of ideology critique. It introduced the English-speaking world to Žižek's incisive cultural and philosophical commentary and the diverse ways in which he explained it. The book seamlessly integrated concepts from aesthetics, psychoanalytic theory, cultural studies, and the philosophy of belief, transforming contemporary commentary and serving as the foundation for much of Žižek's subsequent thinking. This comprehensive guide introduces the influential thinkers and foundational concepts that shape Žižek's work, grounding its numerous references in the works of Peter Sloterdijk, Saul Kripke, Walter Benjamin, Jacques Lacan, Jacques Derrida, Immanuel Kant, and G.W.F. Hegel, among others. Each of Žižek's key arguments is unpacked and laid out, along with an invaluable account of how The Sublime Object of Ideology impacted the critical terrain on which it landed.

Weight: 284g
Dimension: 233 x 157 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350425651