Rectenwald, Michael
Springtime for Snowflakes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781943003181
- author:
- Rectenwald, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- World Encounter Institute/New English Review Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 226mm
- Genre:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.04 centimetres, Biography, Personal Memoirs, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Springtime for Snowflakes: "Social Justice" and Its Postmodern Parentage is a candid memoir that delves into the origins of contemporary social justice movements. Michael Rectenwald, a former NYU Professor, recounts his journey from academic to outspoken critic, sharing his experiences with Twitter backlash, academic colleagues, and the left. Rectenwald's memoir offers a unique insider perspective on postmodern theory, tracing its influence on modern social justice. He reflects on his graduate studies in English departments, where he absorbed various esoteric theories, including Marxism and Critical Theory. The book is part testimonial, part debriefing, as Rectenwald recounts his personal development and the lessons he learned from his academic career. With a mix of humor and candor, Rectenwald shares his story, providing context for his evolving political perspective and his growing concerns with social justice developments.
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