Zizek, S
The Parallax View (Short Circuits Series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262512688
- author:
- Zizek, S
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Slavoj Žižek's magnum opus presents a profound exploration of the "parallax gap" - a concept that delves into the ontological, scientific, and political realms. By examining this phenomenon, Žižek rehabilitates dialectical materialism and reveals its relevance in various domains, including quantum physics and psychoanalysis. The Parallax View is a comprehensive work that delves into three primary modes of parallax: the ontological difference, the scientific gap between experience and explanation, and the social antagonism that underlies politics. Žižek's erudite analysis offers insights into these concepts, as well as interludes on specific topics such as ethics and anti-anti-Semitism. Through his characteristic lucidity, Žižek sheds light on the complex relationships between seemingly disparate fields, revealing a nuanced understanding of the human condition.
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