Cruor / Jean-Luc Nancy and Alexander García Düttmann.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Nancy, Jean-Luc, author.

García Düttmann, Alexander, author.

Series:

Transpositionen.

TransPositionen

Language:

German

Subjects (All):

Human body (Philosophy).

Human body (Philosophy)--History.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (144 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Zürich, Switzerland : diaphanes, [2022]

Summary:

Jean-Luc Nancy's 'Cruor,' translated by Alexander García Düttmann, delves into philosophical explorations of the human body, violence, and the raw essence of existence. Drawing upon themes from his earlier work 'Corpus,' Nancy examines the interplay between corporeal experiences, societal constructs, and the dissolution of traditional mediations in modern civilization. The text reflects on concepts such as cruelty, legitimacy, and the erosion of communal frameworks, connecting these ideas to broader cultural, artistic, and existential phenomena. Nancy integrates historical and literary references, including insights from Freud, Rousseau, and Leonardo da Vinci, to provide a critical perspective on the human condition. Intended for readers with an interest in philosophy, sociology, and critical theory, 'Cruor' challenges conventional notions of body and identity while exploring the repercussions of technical and ideological advancements. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cruor.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Nancy, Jean-Luc Cruor

ISBN:

9783035805550

3035805555

OCLC:

1321793688