Pitkin

The Concept of Representation

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ISBN 13:: 9780520021563
author:: Pitkin
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of California Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1992
Pages:: 329
Genre:: Elections & referenda
Condition:: New
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The Concept of Representation by Hanna F. Pitkin is a philosophical analysis of the concept of representation, exploring its meaning and significance in understanding human behavior and social phenomena. This book approaches the question of what representation means by examining how it shapes our world and influences our actions. The author argues that words are not just abstract concepts, but tools that define and delimit our understanding of the world. By studying the concept of representation, we gain insight into how our ideas shape our perceptions and interactions with others. Through a conceptual analysis, Pitkin sheds light on the complex relationships between language, power, interest, and human behavior, highlighting the importance of understanding the underlying concepts that govern our social world.

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