Subversion and Reconstruction: The Value System in Post-Criticism

Author: Mao Chongjie
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Publish Date: 2002-05-01
Features: This book strives to combine deep humanistic care with the scientific spirit of seeking truth and reality. It discusses the subversion of nihilism and pragmatism in the context of postmodernism and globalization towards truth, goodness, and beauty, and is dedicated to the reconstruction of these valuable human value systems by Marxism. The author seeks to combine speculative and empirical approaches, providing a historical materialist answer to major issues that puzzle people, such as why corruption is so rampant and escalating, and what its roots are. The greatest feature of this book lies in its exploration of Marxism's interpretive advantages in the context of postmodern pluralistic culture. From literary "coolies" to Farewell My Concubine, White Latern, and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon; from Zhang Yimou's films to Tan Dun's symphonies; to avant-garde art and performance art—author provides brilliant critiques and rational reflections.