Dialogue with Žižek -- Collected Works of Žižek

Author: Slavoj ?i?ek (Slovenia), Terry Eagleton (UK), translated by Sun Xiaokun
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: In this new book, Slavoj ?i?ek and Terry Eagleton engage in a series of witty dialogues. These conversations elucidate ?i?ek's unique perspectives on psychoanalysis, philosophy, multiculturalism, popular culture, internet culture, authoritarianism, morality, and political issues. ?i?ek is a Slovenian philosopher and a follower of Lacanian thought. He has consistently been at the forefront of debates in psychoanalysis, politics, and culture. His theories, grounded in Lacanian thought, span a wide range of fields, including globalization, cyberspace, film, music, and theater. His works have sparked considerable controversy, reshaping our understanding of popular culture, politics, and other contemporary issues. In his dialogues with Terry Eagleton, ?i?ek elaborates on a series of themes, including reflections on the purpose of philosophy and psychology, Stanley Kubrick's films, the concept of hedonism, Marxism, Sade, Nazism, and more. From this book, readers can appreciate ?i?ek's distinctive humor and personality. It serves as an ideal introductory read for those interested in exploring his other works. At the same time, it offers new material and fresh perspectives that will also appeal to his established readership. This book is not only an excellent choice for general readers but also a valuable resource for undergraduate and graduate students studying social theory, cultural studies, and political science.