Intellectuals -- Aesthetics, Politics, and Academia

Author: Bruce Robbins
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: What is the historical mission and social responsibility of intellectuals? Are they supposed to float freely, exist independently, maintain clarity, or drift with the tide and just get by? This book is a collection of essays written by Bruce Robbins and others during the so-called "culture wars" in the United States. Most of the articles in the book are written by prominent figures in the field of social theory, such as Edward Said, who elaborate on intellectuals from unique perspectives and explore various aspects of their characteristics, including moral values, political inclinations, academic pursuits, and aesthetic tastes. The book presents fresh viewpoints, rigorous arguments, and is highly readable.