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Best known for his theories of ethics and responsibility, Emmanuel Levinas was one of the most profound and influential thinkers of the last century. In this clear, accessible guide, Se�n Hand examines why Levinas is increasingly fundamental to the study of literature and culture today. Exploring the intellectual and social contexts of his work and the events that shaped it, Hand considers:



the influence of phenomenology and Judaism on Levinas's thought



key concepts such as the 'face', the 'other', ethical consciousness and responsibility



Levinas's work on aesthetics



the relationship of philosophy and religion in his writings



the interaction of his work with historical discussions



his often complex relationships with other theorists and theories

Emmanuel Levinas's unique contribution to theory set an exemplary standard for all subsequent thought. This outstanding guide to his work will prove invaluable to scholars and students across a wide range of disciplines - from philosophy and literary criticism through to international relations and the creative arts.

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

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April 4, 2020
كتاب صغير يصلح كمقدمة جيدة لقراءة ليفيناس ، يطرح كتبه الاساسية مبينا الثيمة العامة فيها منذ الكتابات او المقالات الاولى ، كتب ما قبل الحرب العالمية ، والتي بعدها الهروب حيث ثيمة الوجودية بين هيدغر وهوسرل ، الزمان والاخر حيث بداية ظهور الاخر ، الكلية والتناهي حيث تبدا فكرة الاتيقا كفلسفة اولى و الاثر الدريدي في التحول نحو بطريقة اخرى غير الوجود
يطرح الكتاب ايضا تحول ليفيناس من اللا اهتمام بالشعر في البدايات الى النظر اليه كمدلول تعالي بعد العلاقة مع بلانشو و قراءة سيلان
كما يطرح السياسة كمعبر للاخلاقي في الفلسفة و السياسة كتفاعل ضد هيدغري و كذلك الاثر التكويني وملامح الدولة الصهيونية والما بعد صهيونية
ياخذ الكتاب القراءات التلمودية التي عكف عليها ليفيناس مبينا صورة عامة عنها وكذلك قراءات لفلاسفة لفكرته من دريدا وبتلر وماريون الى جيجيك وباديو
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May 26, 2016
A great introduction to the writer. Well structured and providing a succinct summary of Levinas with some excellent pointers for further reading.
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