Han, ByungChul
The Palliative Society: Pain Today
- ISBN 13:
- 9781509547241
- author:
- Han, ByungChul
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 76
- Dimensions:
- 20.9 x 16.2 x 0.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Palliative Society: Pain Today
By Byung-Chul Han, Polity Press
Our societies today are characterized by a universal fear of pain. We strive to avoid all painful conditions, even the pain of love is treated as suspect. This fear extends into society, where conflicts and controversies that might prompt painful discussions are given less space. The pandemic has transformed our world into a society of survival, where life is increasingly focused on prolonging existence at any cost. The value of survival is paramount, and we are willing to sacrifice everything that makes life worth living for the sake of survival. This shift has made death visible again, and with it, a profound analysis of our contemporary societies. This book offers a trenchant examination of our times by one of the most original cultural critics. Its insights will appeal to readers seeking a nuanced understanding of our world today.Related Products
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