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This illuminating study of Benjamins final essay helps unlock the mystery of this great philosopher
Revolutionary critic of the philosophy of progress, nostalgic of the past yet dreaming of the future, romantic partisan of materialismWalter Benjamin is in every sense of the word an unclassifiable philosopher. His essay On the Concept of History was written in a state of urgency, as he attempted to escape the Gestapo in 1940, before finally committing suicide.
In this scrupulous, clear and fascinating examination of this essay, Michael L wy argues that it remains one of the most important philosophical and political writings of the twentieth century. Looking in detail at Benjamins celebrated but often mysterious text, and restoring the philosophical, theological and political context, L wy highlights the complex relationship between redemption and revolution in Benjamins philosophy of history.
Author: Michael Lowy
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Verso
Published: 10/04/2016
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.30w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781784786410
Language: English
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