Philosophy, Language and the Political

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Philosophy, Language and the Political

Poststructuralism in Perspective

Philosophy of language Philosophy

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Language: English

Published by: Routledge

Published on: 22nd January 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040864272


Overview

This book presents critical essays examining the intersection of philosophy, language, and politics in poststructuralist thought. The collection explores Jacques Derrida's philosophical legacy alongside contributions from leading scholars analyzing deconstruction, psychoanalysis, and political theory.

Key Themes and Thinkers

Essays examine key thinkers including Foucault, Agamben, Blanchot, and Habermas, addressing themes of ethics, memory, and political critique.

Subject Matter

The subject matter of this book also includes: Examination of poststructuralist philosophy and its political implications in contemporary thought, Critical analysis of Jacques Derrida's philosophical legacy and its influence on political theory, Scholarly exploration of the relationship between language, deconstruction, and political critique, In-depth study of key poststructuralist thinkers including Derrida, Foucault, Agamben, and Blanchot, Interdisciplinary approach connecting philosophy, psychoanalysis, and political theory.

Additional Topics

The book investigates concepts of hauntology, spectrality, and the politics of language while offering contemporary perspectives on poststructuralist philosophy and its relevance to current political discourse.

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