A responsibility to the world : Saramago, politics, philosophy / Burghard Baltrusch, Carlo Salzani, Kristof K.P. Vanhoutte (eds.).

In a 1987 interview, Jose Saramago eloquently expressed what could be considered his political-philosophical manifesto: Human beings should not content themselves with the role of mere observers. They bear a responsibility to the world; they must actively engage and intervene. In 1998 the celebrated...

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Other Authors: Baltrusch, Burghard, 1964- (Editor), Salzani, Carlo, 1972- (Editor), Vanhoutte, Kristof K. P., 1979- (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin : Frank & Timme, Verlag für wissenschaftliche Literatur, [2023]
Series:Ibero-Romance studies in literature and translatology. Studies in contemporary literature ; v. 9.
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Summary:In a 1987 interview, Jose Saramago eloquently expressed what could be considered his political-philosophical manifesto: Human beings should not content themselves with the role of mere observers. They bear a responsibility to the world; they must actively engage and intervene. In 1998 the celebrated writer was honoured with the Nobel Prize for Literature. So Saramago did not only as a human being and a citizen, but also as an artist refuse to be a passive observer. Despite his profound and always critical pessimism, he tirelessly propelled both his public and artistic persona toward impactful actions and interventions, showcasing an unwavering dedication to reshaping the world. This volume seeks to delve into this facet of his legacy, exploring it from diverse political and philosophical perspectives. This is an open access book.
Physical Description:1 online resource (302 pages).
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:3732989852
9783732989850
3732989844
9783732989843
Access:Open access
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on March 13, 2024).