Questioning the era of simulation

Author: Jin Yuanpu
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Publish Date: 2003-02-01
Features: Although the series is named "Essays," it demonstrates a free and rich inclusivity. It can be essays written specifically for the series, or excerpts from decades of published articles and books that still hold true insights and shine with intellectual brilliance, as well as miscellaneous thoughts and reflections. The series can explore from a macro-cultural perspective, making connections across disciplines, discussing the past and present, and spanning East and West. This book is divided into four parts. Part 1 Inquiring into the Age of Simulation includes several analyses and reflections on contemporary fashion culture; Part 2 The Enigma and Rebirth of Literature focuses on the development and transformation of contemporary literary theory and criticism; Part 3 In the Depth of Culture aims to explore some of the more significant cultural propositions of the turn of the century; Part 4 is relatively more straightforward "essays," collecting some past prefaces, postfaces, and miscellaneous writings.