John Biguenet
Silence (Object Lessons)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781628921427
- author:
- John Biguenet
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 12.2 x 1.2 x 16.7 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Anthropology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Silence is an exploration of its many forms and functions. Novelist and playwright John Biguenet considers silence as a complex and multifaceted concept that can be both empowering and oppressive. In this thought-provoking meditation, Biguenet examines the ways in which silence is used to exert power, conceal truth, and express spirituality. He also explores its relationship to noise, technology, and human desire, raising questions about whether we should value or fear silence. Ultimately, Biguenet's inquiry into the nature of silence invites us to reflect on our own relationship with this often-overlooked aspect of human experience.
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