Precarious Life : the powers of mourning and Violence / Judith Butler
By: Butler, Judith [author.].
Series: Radical thinkers. Publisher: London Verso 2020Description: xxi, 168 p.ISBN: 9781788738613.Subject(s): Civil disorder. -- War on Terrorism. -- Civil War | Violence. -- Moral and ethical aspects | War on Terrorism 2001-DDC classification: 303.6 Summary: In "Precarious Life: The Powers of Mourning and Violence," Judith Butler reflects on the post-9/11 world and criticizes the United States' perpetual war policies. She argues that these policies perpetuate violence and fail to address the underlying causes of political conflict. Instead, Butler suggests that we must understand mourning and the shared experience of loss and grief as a means of inspiring solidarity and a commitment to global justice. She draws on philosophy, literature, and political theory to explore the relationship between violence, mourning, and political action. Throughout the book, Butler emphasizes the importance of empathy and solidarity in building a more just and peaceful world. Her work provides a compelling critique of US policies and offers a vision of a more sustainable and effective approach to resolving conflict. Overall, "Precarious Life" is a personal and passionate call for a more nuanced understanding of the human experience and its potential to inspire positive change.| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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In "Precarious Life: The Powers of Mourning and Violence," Judith Butler reflects on the post-9/11 world and criticizes the United States' perpetual war policies. She argues that these policies perpetuate violence and fail to address the underlying causes of political conflict. Instead, Butler suggests that we must understand mourning and the shared experience of loss and grief as a means of inspiring solidarity and a commitment to global justice. She draws on philosophy, literature, and political theory to explore the relationship between violence, mourning, and political action. Throughout the book, Butler emphasizes the importance of empathy and solidarity in building a more just and peaceful world. Her work provides a compelling critique of US policies and offers a vision of a more sustainable and effective approach to resolving conflict. Overall, "Precarious Life" is a personal and passionate call for a more nuanced understanding of the human experience and its potential to inspire positive change.
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