976 results for 'Derrida, Jacques'

Lone Sloane: Delirius Vol. 2 (Graphic Novel) by Jacques Lob is a gripping sci-fi graphic novel that follows the endless struggles of its protagonist, stuck on the planet Delirius. A lone traveler...

Noise: A radical perspective on music and its role in shaping society. In this influential work, Jacques Attali challenges traditional views of culture and economy, arguing that music is not simply a...

This collection of essays celebrates the 800th anniversary of the foundation of the Dominican Order and explores the richness in Catholic thought and praxis over the past century. Covering topics...

Explore the dark and vibrant streets of Montreal through the eyes of its diverse writers.A new addition to Akashic Books' acclaimed Noir series, Montreal Noir brings together 12 original short...

This groundbreaking volume explores the relevance of Jacques Lacan's thought to theology and its development. The book examines how Lacan's ideas can be applied to understand various aspects of...

Criticism by Catherine Belsey offers a thought-provoking exploration of one of the most fundamental human intellectual activities. At its core, criticism is about making our own judgements and...

The Figural Jew: Politics and Identity in Postwar French Thought by Sarah Hammerschlag explores how prominent French philosophers reimagined the concept of the rootless Jew, transforming postwar...

The Voice of the Masters: Writing and Authority in Modern Latin American Literature by Roberto González Echevarría is a groundbreaking study that challenges conventional approaches to literary...

The Cartiers: The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewelry Empire by Francesca Cartier Brickell is a captivating biography that delves into the fascinating history of the Cartier jewelry dynasty...

The Mother of All Christmases by Milly Johnson is a heartwarming novel about love, life and laughter set against the festive season. When Debbie Eve Glace discovers she's expecting a baby on...

The Politics of Aesthetics by Jacques Rancière explores the intricate connection between art and politics. By examining the shared boundaries that define both, Rancière reveals how "aesthetics" can...

This comprehensive history spans over 1,000 years, from the barbarian settlement of Roman Europe in the fifth to the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Jacques Le Goff's work offers a narrative...

Psychoanalytic Responses to Children's Literature by Lucy Rollin and Mark I. West explores the psychological subtexts of influential children's books through a psychoanalytic lens. Drawing on key...

Yogurt Every Day offers 75 delicious recipes to help you incorporate yogurt into your daily life. From breakfast to dessert, Hubert Cormier shares his expertise in making yogurt a versatile and...

A History of Western Philosophy of Education in the Age of Enlightenment explores the development of philosophy of education through Western culture and history. Spanning from 1650 to 1850, this...

Jacques Brel, Georges Brassens and Léo Ferré are emblematic figures of post-war French popular music. This study examines the cultural and national identity factors that have shaped the myth of this...

Ethics of Eros: Tina Chanter's Re-writing of the Philosophers Tina Chanter offers a nuanced exploration of Luce Irigaray's work, challenging common criticisms and re-examining the theoretical...

A Voice and Nothing More by Mladen Dolar is a philosophical exploration of the voice as a fundamental concept in thought. Drawing on the ideas of Jacques Lacan, Dolar proposes that the voice can be...

Fever and Spear by Javier Marías is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human nature. Jacques Deza, with his unique gift of perceiving people's true intentions through their...

Stephen Hicks' Explaining Postmodernism offers a provocative account of why postmodernism has been the most vigorous intellectual movement of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Tracing its roots...

A Book of Ghosts and Goblins brings together twenty-one spine-tingling tales from around the world. You'll find both heart-pounding stories and humorous anecdotes to keep you entertained. This...

Discourse on the Origin of Inequality by Jean-Jacques Rousseau explores how inequalities of rank, wealth, and power arise from the civilizing process. This work argues that such inequalities not only...

Governing by Fake News: 30 Years of Deception in Western PoliticsThis thought-provoking analysis examines how fake news has shaped Western foreign policy over the past thirty years. A former agent of...

Rakkety Tam A Tale from Redwall by Brian Jacques is set in Mossflower Wood, where a roguish Highlander squirrel embarks on a mercenary errand that leads him to the charms of Redwall Abbey. However,...

The True Story of the Unknown Soldier is an experimental work by French cartooning legend Jacques Tardi, created in the mid-'70s. This collection provides a fascinating preview of his prolific career...

Rousseau's God: A Comprehensive Interpretation of Rousseau's Theological and Religious Thought This landmark study offers a nuanced exploration of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's theological and religious...

The Politics of People: Protest Cultures in China by Shih-Diing Liu explores how people in China have been using mass gatherings and demonstrations to express their grievances since the 1989...

The Surface Effect: The Screen of Fantasy in Psychoanalysis André Nusselder explores the role of fantasy in shaping our understanding of self and reality. This book examines the space between...

The Government of Poland by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is an in-depth exploration of the principles of political right and their application to real-world governance. In this work, Rousseau applies his...

Feminine Sexuality: Jacques Lacan and the École Freudienne presents a collection of articles on feminine sexuality by key figures in the école freudienne, a school of psychoanalysis founded by Lacan...

The New French Philosophy by Ian James offers a critical assessment of key developments in contemporary French thought. This book provides a close comparative reading of seven influential thinkers,...

Badiou and Deleuze Read Literature is an exploration of how two influential philosophers engage with literary texts. Jean-Jacques Lecercle examines the 'strong readings' imposed by Alain Badiou and...

Jacques Rancière explores how art represents and shapes our understanding of historical events. He examines the ways in which images can both reveal and conceal aspects of the past, and argues that...

The Rosewater Redemption Book 3 of the Wormwood Trilogy by Tade Thompson Life in the newly independent city state of Rosewater isn't everything its citizens were expecting. Debts incurred during the...

Agra 1857, amidst the turmoil of an Indian rebellion, three young friends embark on a perilous journey. Jacques, a skilled acrobat, has lost his circus; Bea and Ping, both orphans, are driven by...

This collection of writings offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of Marcus Garvey. Edited by John Henrik Clarke with Amy Jacques Garvey's assistance, it features essays from scholars,...

Brian Jacques' latest tale is set against the legend of the Flying Dutchman, a ghost-ship doomed to sail the seas forever. The story follows two main characters as they find themselves trapped aboard...

Lacan and the Matter of Origins explores the role of the mother in shaping human subjectivity through the work of Jacques Lacan. This book examines the complex relationship between maternal agency...

Postmodernism For Beginners offers an accessible introduction to this complex and often misunderstood movement. Jim Powell presents Postmodernism as a series of "maps" that help individuals navigate...

The crisis of spirit that Paul Valéry wrote about in the aftermath of the First World War remains relevant today. Consumer capitalism has created an environment where short-term gain is prioritized...

The Modern Construction of Myth by Andrew Von Hendy provides a comprehensive survey of theorizing about myth from the eighteenth century to the present day. This integrated critical account explores...

Spanning three centuries, this engaging book provides the first full account of genius in France. Ann Jefferson explores how the idea of genius has been reflected on and redefined through its uses in...

This Reader's Guide to the History of Philosophy offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject, emphasizing the importance of engaging with the past in order to inform contemporary practice. By...

Deepika Bahri's Postcolonial Biology explores how colonial contact has shaped minds and bodies, creating deeply embedded hierarchies among the colonized. By examining the impact of European...

Writing and Madness by Shoshana Felman is a seminal work of literary theory and criticism that explores the complex relationships between literature, philosophy, and psychoanalysis. Through in-depth...

Bernard Stiegler's work offers a unique perspective on our contemporary concerns with consumerism, technology, and social distress. This collection of 17 essays explores his key theory of technics,...

Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Social Contract is a foundational work of political philosophy that has sparked intense debate since its publication in 1762. In this new translation, Rousseau presents his...

Under the Volcano A Novel by Malcolm Lowry In this powerful and lyrical novel, Geoffrey Firmin's life is marked by turmoil. His struggles with addiction have overshadowed his existence, leaving him...

Jacques Lacan's life and work remain a subject of intense debate. This biography offers a nuanced exploration of his intellectual and literary adventure, which occupies a founding place in modernity...

Explore the foundational ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, one of the leading thinkers of the Enlightenment. This collection includes his groundbreaking works, including "The Confessions", a pioneering...

Cinematic Geopolitics by Michael J. Shapiro explores how film reflects and shapes our understanding of the world. Drawing on his experience as a juror at film festivals, Shapiro examines the ways in...

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...

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...

How Did Jesus Know He Was God? Self-Consciousness and Human Knowledge of Christ: Maritain, Rahner, and Weinandy by William Chami explores a contemporary christological issue that seeks to understand...

Lacan and the Subject of Language explores the diverse teachings of Jacques Lacan, one of the most influential psychoanalysts of the 20th century. Written by leading American and European scholars...

The Octonauts Underwater Adventures is a four-book hardcover box set that launched the hit animated TV show worldwide. This special edition includes the original hardcover storybooks and a...

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...

Trauma and Embodied Healing in Dramatherapy, Theatre and Performance by J. F. Jacques explores the connection between embodiment and somatic approaches to healing trauma from a dramatherapy, theatre...

Sonia Delaunay's artistic vision expanded into textiles and industrial design, enriching modernist abstraction. This volume presents her sketches, textile designs, paintings, interior and fashion...

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...

Emile Zola's The Beast Within is a haunting study of a man's slow corruption by jealousy. Translated from French with an introduction and notes, this Penguin Classics edition explores the dark and...

Alain Badiou's Lacan Anti-Philosophy 3 is a transcript of his year-long seminar on Jacques Lacan's psychoanalytic theory, offering a highly original and compelling account of Lacan's ideas. Badiou...

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...

Richard Boothby's Embracing the Void offers a radical reinterpretation of the origin of religion through a psychoanalytic lens. Drawing on Jacques Lacan's theory of das Ding, an unfathomable excess...

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...

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...

Dance and Dream by Javier Marías is a haunting exploration of violence, corruption and human resilience. After being recruited into an undercover spy network, Jacques Deza finds himself entangled in...

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 Birth of the Gods and the Origins of Agriculture by Jacques Cauvin This groundbreaking study explores the transformative changes that occurred in the Near East between 10,000 and 7,000 BC. As...

Toward a Cosmic Theology explores how Christian revelation draws on forces and worlds beyond our own, from the vastness of the universe to the subatomic realm. This book considers topics such as the...

Observing Behaviour in Sports Training: A New Approach to Education and Development. This book proposes a novel methodology for teaching observation skills, essential for effective coaching and...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Richard Boothby's Freud as Philosopher offers a fresh perspective on Sigmund Freud's ambitious attempt at a general theory of mental functioning, metapsychology. Using Jacques Lacan's work as a key,...

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...

Disagreement: A New Approach to Political Philosophy by Jacques Rancière explores the relationship between philosophy and politics. Rancière argues that the phrase "political philosophy" expresses a...

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...

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,...

Fragonard: Painting Out of Time explores the enigmatic life and work of 18th-century French painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, whose artistic silence in the years leading up to his death has long been a...

Kant's Observations and Remarks: A Critical Guide provides in-depth analysis of two pivotal works from Immanuel Kant's oeuvre. Written in 1764 and 1764-1765, these fragments reveal the evolution of...

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...

Radical Political Theology: Religion and Politics After Liberalism by Clayton Crockett explores the intersection of politics and religion in a postmodern world. The traditional distinction between...

Queer Theory, Gender Theory: An Instant Primer by Riki Anne Wilchins is a foundational text that offers a clear and accessible introduction to postmodern theory's impact on queer and gender studies...

This collection of new essays explores the concept of genre in various fields, including literature, film, and media studies. By examining economies of expectation and competency, as well as the role...

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...

Operation Al-Aqsa Flood: A Clarity of Purpose in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Jacques Baud's latest work offers a rare and insightful analysis of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, tracing its...

The Deals that Made the World by Jacques Peretti is a fascinating exploration of how private negotiations and business deals shape our world. For twenty years, Peretti has interviewed key figures...

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...

Annie Freud's Hiddensee represents a profound exploration of ambition and its necessity. This ambitious work delves into various art forms, taboos, illness, desire, and languages to understand the...

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...

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...