Han, ByungChul

Topología de la violencia

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ISBN 13:
9788425434174
author:
Han, ByungChul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Herder Editorial
language:
Spanish
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
216
Dimensions:
12 x 12 centimetres
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£22.09

Description

Topología de la violencia by Byung-Chul Han is an exploration of the ways in which violence has evolved and adapted in modern society. In this thought-provoking analysis, Han examines how new forms of violence have emerged, often masquerading as positive or constructive forces. Despite these changes, the underlying dynamics of violence remain constant, shifting from one form to another as it retreats into more subtle and insidious channels. The author argues that this transformation is driven by fundamental shifts in our social structures, including the erosion of sovereignty, the discipline of modern life, and the pressures of performance. As a result, forms of violence such as decapitation, deformation, and depression have become increasingly prevalent, reflecting the topological transformations taking place within our societies. This book offers a nuanced and insightful examination of the complex relationships between power, control, and violence in contemporary society.

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