The political thought of Jacques Rancière : creating equality / Todd May.

This is the first single-authored book in any language devoted entirely to the thought of Jacques Ranci÷re. It focuses on his central political idea that a democratic politics emerges from the presupposition of equality. Todd May examines and extends this presupposition, offering a framework for un...

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Main Author: May, Todd, 1955- (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Edinburgh : Edinburgh University Press, [2008]
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Summary:This is the first single-authored book in any language devoted entirely to the thought of Jacques Ranci÷re. It focuses on his central political idea that a democratic politics emerges from the presupposition of equality. Todd May examines and extends this presupposition, offering a framework for understanding it, placing it in the current political context, and showing how it challenges traditional political philosophy and opens up neglected political paths. May aims to show that Ranci÷re's view offers both hope and perspective for those who seek to think about and engage in progressive political action. Key Features Offers a thorough discussion of Ranci÷re's concept of equality Provides an ethical framework in which to ground his politics Shows why Ranci÷re is crucial for political reflection today Both translated and untranslated works are referred to
Physical Description:1 online resource (196 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-194) and index.
ISBN:9780748635337
0748635335
1281785903
9781281785909
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Print version record.