768 results for 'Jacques Bidet'

Proust Between Deleuze and Derrida: The Remains of Literature by James Dutton explores the unique intersection of philosophy and literature in Proust's seminal work, À la recherche du temps perdu...

Jacques Pépin's memoir is a captivating account of his life in the kitchen, from his early days as a homesick boy working on a farm in war-ravaged France to his rise as an Emmy Award-winning chef and...

Jacques Ellul's thought-provoking exploration of reality and truth in modern times. In "The Humiliation of the Word", Ellul examines how visual culture has superseded verbal communication, with...

Roland Barthes' death after lunch with François Mitterand sent shockwaves through the literary world. But what if it wasn't an accident? Laurent Binet's novel reimagines this event as a murder,...

Introducción a Derrida is a comprehensive and concise exploration of the philosophical thought of Jacques Derrida. First published in 2006, this book by Maurizio Ferraris offers a critical...

A Full Description of the Daguerreotype Process As Published by M. Daguerre. In 1839, Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre published a groundbreaking description of his photographic process, which was met...

Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a central figure of the European Enlightenment, whose profound ideas continue to shape modern thought. This study by Robert Wokler explores Rousseau's life and works,...

Rousseau: The Social Contract and Other Later Political Writings by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a comprehensive collection of his major later political writings in modern English translations. This...

Jacques Derrida: A Biography by Benoît Peeters tells the story of a complex and influential thinker whose life was marked by both intellectual brilliance and personal turmoil. This biography explores...

Jacques Rancière's Modern Times Temporality in Art and Politics is a radical critique of modernist ideology. He challenges the traditional view of time as a linear progression from past to future,...

Jacques Rancière's Uncertain Times offers a provocative critique of the globalized capitalist consensus. Thirty years after the supposed triumph of democracy, Rancière argues that the era touted as...

Acts of Literature brings together a collection of Jacques Derrida's writings on literary texts, exploring the question of literature in Western culture. Spanning his career, these essays examine the...

A History of Disability by Henri-Jacques Stiker explores how Western societies have responded to disability throughout history. This sweeping narrative examines the cultural assumptions that underpin...

Adam Shatz explores the complex relationship between writing and politics in this thought-provoking collection of essays. Through close readings of the lives and works of influential thinkers, Shatz...

Landscape and Film explores a fundamental aspect of cinema that has been largely overlooked in theory and criticism. This collection of new work examines how cinematic landscape differs from...

Philosophers on Art from Kant to the Postmodernists A Critical Reader brings together twenty-five texts on art written by twenty philosophers. These essays cover a range of topics, including...

A Philosophy of Discomfort by Jacques Pezeu-Massabuau explores comfort and discomfort as historical and philosophical concepts. Comfort is often seen as a lack of discomfort, but it's unclear which...

The Helene Cixous Reader presents a substantial collection of texts by one of the most creative and brilliant minds of the twentieth century. Spanning twenty years of intellectual thought, this...

The Social Contract, A Discourse on the Origin of Inequality, and A Discourse on Political Economy by Jean-Jacques Rousseau Rousseau's seminal work explores the fundamental nature of human freedom...

Political Change in Southeast Asia by Jacques Bertrand provides a comprehensive survey of politics and political change in the region. Against the backdrop of rapid economic development and social...

Ex-Cinema offers insightful readings of a diverse range of avant-garde films and videos, including Derek Jarman's Blue and Martin Arnold's found footage works. Akira Lippit's essays explore the...

The human experience is often understood as unique and separate from the natural world. However, this assumption can lead to contradictions and disconnections within ourselves and with others. Eric D...

The Autobiography Effect: Writing the Self in Post-Structuralist Theory by Dennis Schep explores the paradoxical relationship between autobiography and authorship. Despite post-structuralism's...

Jacques Lacan's Ecrits: A Comprehensive Collection of His Thought This pivotal period in Lacan's work offers a unique insight into modern thought on key subjects such as otherness, subjectivity, and...

Jacques Lacan was a pivotal figure in psychoanalysis, building upon Sigmund Freud's work to refine insights through linguistics. His ideas have been both praised and misunderstood, with some critics...

The Government of Poland by Jean-Jacques Rousseau In this unique work, Rousseau applies his principles from the Social Contract to real-world governance, exploring the transformation of individuals...

Burgundian Poleaxe: The Noble Art of Chivalric Axe Combat The pollaxe is a fearsome weapon that dominated medieval combat, particularly among knights. Its dual function as both an armour-breaching...

The End of Work: Theological Critiques of Capitalism by John Hughes This book explores the complex relationship between work and faith in the context of modern capitalism. Through a critical...

A new examination of the performative concept explores its continued relevance in the 21st century. From its origins in J.L. Austin's speech-act theory, the performative has grown to encompass...

Heinrich Meier's Political Philosophy and the Challenge of Revealed Religion explores the relationship between philosophy and revealed religion. The author argues that philosophy must justify its...

The Body in Theory: Essays After Lacan and Foucault Becky R. McLaughlin and Eric Daffron explore the complexities of the human body through twelve essays that bring together the ideas of two...

Sacred geography, contained in six maps, is revealed in this collection of 18th century manuscripts. Digitised by Gale ECCO to preserve these invaluable works, they are now available in print for the...

The Triumph of Religion by Jacques Lacan explores the complex relationship between religion and spirituality in modern society. Born into a devout Catholic family, Lacan's early life was shaped by...

Rancière and Literature by Grace Hellyer and Julian Murphet is a collection of 13 original essays that engage with Jacques Rancière's accounts of literature. These essays put Rancière's conceptual...

Jacques Derrida's groundbreaking work, Of Grammatology, has had a profound impact on contemporary criticism. First published in English forty years ago, this influential text continues to provoke and...

Beatrice de Planisolles was married at sixteen and became the Chatelaine of Montaillou. Her life took a dramatic turn when she had an affair with the village priest, Pierre Clergue, drawing her into...

Read My Desire: Lacan Against the Historicists by Joan Copjec Joan Copjec stages a confrontation between the theories of Jacques Lacan and those of Michel Foucault, two influential modern thinkers...

The Taggerung by Brian Jacques is a gripping tale of power, loyalty and redemption. A legendary animal with supernatural fighting skills has been kidnapped from Redwall Abbey, believed to be the...

The Subversion of Christianity by Jacques Ellul This provocative book challenges the notion that modern Christianity is equivalent to the original revelation of God. Instead, Ellul argues that...

Jacques Pépin's Essential Pepin brings together over 700 of his most beloved recipes from a lifetime of cooking. Spanning homey country French, haute cuisine, and globally inspired dishes, this...

Christian Anarchism: A Political Commentary on the Gospel by Alexandre Christoyannopoulos explores the intersection of faith and politics through the lens of Christian anarchism. This philosophical...

A People's History of Quebec by Jacques Lacoursière and Robin Philpot offers a fresh perspective on North American history. This engaging guide explores the settlement of the St. Lawrence Valley,...

A Scholar's Tale: Intellectual Journey of a Displaced Child of EuropeGeoffrey Hartman's memoir offers a unique insight into his life and work, tracing the development of his literary scholarship from...

A Brief History of Gangsters by Brian Robb is a comprehensive exploration of the enduring figure of the gangster. From the lawless frontier towns of the Old West to the infamous figures of modern...

The Trace of God: Derrida and Religion by Edward Baring This compact introduction to Jacques Derrida's writings on religion provides a nuanced exploration of his complex relationship with Judaism,...

The Basel architects Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron have built their global success story on local roots. This book explores the origins of their practice, established in 1978, and delves into...

Heather Hadlock explores Jacques Offenbach's final masterpiece, Les Contes d'Hoffmann, in this lively study. The opera is a complex fusion of irony and profundity, peopled by archetypes that comprise...

Susan Sontag's essays are re-examined through a philosophical lens in this scholarly study. The work sets up a dialogue between her writings and those of influential thinkers such as Hannah Arendt,...

Susan Wells presents a new approach to understanding the diverse discourses of modernity in her book Sweet Reason. This rhetorical model seeks to comprehend how reason and desire interact to create...

Grant Farred's The Perversity of Gratitude is a thought-provoking exploration of an upbringing resisting apartheid in South Africa. Farred reflects on how his education, shaped by exceptional...

Rousseau's Reader Strategies of Persuasion and Education by John T. Scott explores how Jean-Jacques Rousseau used literary techniques to engage and persuade his readers in his major philosophical...

Lacanian Psychoanalysis: A Clinical Casebook by Danièle Brillaud explores the key concepts in Jacques Lacan's Écrits through real-life clinical cases. This book provides an introduction to Lacanian...

UFOs and UAP: Are We Really Alone? explores the increasingly compelling subject of Unidentified Flying Objects, or as it's now termed by NASA: "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena." This anthology...

Jacques Derrida explores the concept of friendship and its political implications through an examination of philosophical writings by Aristotle, Nietzsche, Cicero, and others. A key text in Derrida's...

Structuralism and Poststructuralism For Beginners explores two influential philosophical movements that shaped modern thought. Author Donald D. Palmer guides readers through the key concepts,...

A delicate balance is disrupted when a mysterious young woman named Marlene walks into their lives. Beautiful, smart, and ambitious, she's also the daughter-in-law of a renowned painter Jacques...

Television: A Challenge to the Psychoanalytic Establishment by Jacques Lacan is a collection of papers that document the controversy surrounding Lacan's teaching and his expulsion from the...

Liquidation World: An Examination of Absent Subjectivity Alexi Kukuljevic explores the disoriented subject of modernity, tracing a distinctive form of subjectivity that animates the avant-garde. This...

Buddhism in Chinese Society: An Economic History from the Fifth to the Tenth Centuries by Jacques Gernet provides a comprehensive understanding of the social and political organization, Buddhist...

Marguerite Duras is one of France's most influential and provocative contemporary writers. Her work spans several decades, from her early novels to her groundbreaking autobiographical text, The Lover...

Roberto Burle Marx's groundbreaking lectures on landscaping, history and ecology are presented in this comprehensive collection. Spanning nearly two decades, these nine seminal talks showcase the...

Andy Warhol: A Deeper Look Artists on Andy Warhol is a thought-provoking exploration of the artist's work and legacy. This compact paperback book delves into Warhol's iconic phrase, "If you want to...

Deconstructing the Death Penalty: Derrida's Seminars and the New Abolitionism brings together scholars from philosophy, law, and literature to explore Jacques Derrida's final years' work on the death...

Lord Jim is a profound and psychologically complex novel about a young Englishman's struggles with courage and identity. Disgraced by a single act of cowardice, Jim's life is forever changed, leading...

A heartwarming and hilarious novel from Milly Johnson, perfect for those looking for a feel-good story. Eve's life is turned upside down when she inherits a theme park with a Christmas theme from her...

The Work of Mourning by Jacques Derrida is a collection of texts that pay tribute to friendships lost. This volume brings together letters of condolence, memorial essays, eulogies, and funeral...

The Technological System by Jacques Ellul explores the far-reaching effects of technology on modern society. Building on his earlier work, The Technological Society, Ellul now examines technological...

Cuisine Niçoise Recipes from a Mediterranean Kitchen by Jacques Médecin offers an authentic guide to the cookery of his city. This legendary cookbook, first published in 1972 and now reissued for the...

A charming tale of escape and new beginnings in the sun-kissed vineyards of Provence. Ava's life is turned upside down when she inherits her grandfather's beloved vineyard, Chateau Saint Clair,...

Forty years have passed since the discovery of AIDS, yet its origins remain a source of puzzlement for doctors, scientists, and patients alike. Jacques Pépin draws on his own experiences as a...

Antonin Artaud Drawings and Portraits presents a unique collection of color reproductions from the late visual work of the French artist and writer. Antonin Artaud was a man of intense creativity,...

A remarkable life story spanning nearly a century, this memoir recounts the experiences of Bob Blackmore, a humble RAF veteran who overcame adversity to emerge as an unsung hero of World War Two...

A History of Philosophy in the Twentieth Century by Christian Delacampagne provides a comprehensive overview of the discipline's development during this period. The book explores how major...

Lacan Today: Psychoanalysis, Science, Religion offers a clear and concise overview of French psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan's work. The book explores five key areas: the structure of the subject,...

Wilmotte and Associates Architects is a comprehensive exploration of the innovative design philosophy and style of renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte. Renowned architectural writer Philip...

Civic Spaces and Desire presents an original and critical appraisal of civic spaces as a site for exploring the intersection of architecture and human geography. This book examines how these spaces...

The Missed Encounter: A Philosophical Exploration of Levinas and Lacan By Sarah Harasym This book examines the similarities between Jacques Lacan and Emmanuel Levinas, two influential thinkers whose...

John Milton and the Post-Secular Present: Ethics, Politics, Terrorism explores how our understanding of belief can inform ethical and political engagement. This book examines the thought of key...

Derrida From Now On by Michael Naas explores Jacques Derrida's thought in its original context and its continued relevance for contemporary philosophy and literary theory. The author begins with an...

Learn from leaders who have turned setbacks into success. This book features revealing interviews with ten high-profile individuals who faced major challenges and redefined their professional goals...

The Schneider Trophy Air Races: A Story of Aircraft Development and World History The Schneider Trophy air races were a pivotal moment in aircraft development, with Jacques Schneider's 1913 Coupe...

The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau This influential work of political philosophy explores the relationship between individuals and society, arguing that a community's prosperity is tied to...

Falling for a French Dream by Jennifer Bohnet is a heartwarming story about new beginnings and finding one's place in life. After a tragic loss, Nicola Jacques and her teenage son Oliver relocate to...

Lacanian Psychoanalysis: A Contemporary Introduction provides an accessible introduction to the complex world of Jacques Lacan's psychoanalytic thought. This concise volume offers a fresh exposition...

Jacques Maritain's essays on natural law and natural rights offer a clear statement of his theory, providing a middle ground between individualism and collectivism. Written during a time of growing...

Discover the lives of modern art's most vibrant creatives through the eyes of an international art world insider. Michael Peppiatt shares personal anecdotes and insightful critiques of artists such...

Jacques Lacan's work has had a profound impact on modern thought, yet his ideas remain elusive to many. This book provides an accessible introduction to Lacan's theories and their application in...

Jacques Anquetil's career reached its zenith in the 1960s, as cycling emerged from the post-war era and into a new era of speed and glamour. This collection of rare photographs showcases Anquetil's...

The Fall of Napoleon in the Course of European Art, 1812-1820 by Thomas E. Crow In the aftermath of Napoleon's collapse, artists across Europe found themselves at a crossroads. As social and...

The Social Contract by Jean Jacques Rousseau In 1762, Rousseau penned 'The Social Contract', a foundational work that explores the intricate relationship between individuals and civil society. At its...

Rousseau and Nietzsche presented two influential critiques of modern life. Their analyses remain relevant today, offering valuable insights into the problems we still face. This book examines the...

Judah Moretti's life was one of quiet desperation, until he stumbled upon Helena's, a rundown gay bar in New Jersey. It was there that he met Jacques Dupont, a man who seemed to embody everything...

Voices From Madagascar: An Anthology of Contemporary Francophone Literature brings to the North American public a rich selection of texts from Madagascar's vibrant literary scene. Until recently, the...

Deconstruction, Feminist Theology, and the Problem of Difference Subverts the Race/Gender Divide by Ellen T. Armour explores how deconstruction can help address feminism's limitations in dealing with...

This book explores the relationship between literature and speech act theory. Despite J.L. Austin's How to Do Things with Words being seen as excluding literature from felicitous speech acts, Miller...

Philosophical Tools for Technological Culture provides a practical and comprehensive appraisal of the value of philosophy in today's technological culture. Larry A. Hickman argues that technology, as...

The concept of space as inaccessible to humans has long been rooted in a dualistic representation of reality. For centuries, humans were seen as flawed and imperfect, with the universe being viewed...

Jacques Derrida's philosophy has far-reaching implications beyond human ethics and language. His ideas are relevant to developments in physical sciences, ecology, and new materialist perspectives...

Blades of Freedom (Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales #10) A Tale of Haiti, Napoleon, and the Louisiana Purchase is a gripping graphic novel that tells the true story of the Haitian Revolution. In 1791,...

The Jew, the Arab: A History of the Enemy by Gil Anidjar A provocative exploration of the concept of the enemy and its relationship to Western philosophy, politics, and religion. This book examines...