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Through a series of penetrating conversations originally published in theNew York Times and theLos Angeles Review of Books,Brad Evans and Natasha Lennard talk with a wide range of cutting edge thinkers--includingOliver Stone, Simon Critchley, and Elaine Scarry--to explore the problem of violence in everyday life, politics, culture, media, language, memory, and the environment. "To bring out the best of us," writes Evans, "we have to confront the worst of what humans are capable of doing to one another. In short, there is a need to confront the intolerable realities of violence in this world." These lively, in-depth exchanges among historians, theorists, and artists offer a timely and bracing look at how the increasing expression and acceptance of violence--in all strata of society--has become a defining feature of our times. "Many of us live today with a pervasive sense of unease, worried that our own safety is at risk, or that of our loved ones, or that of people whose bad circumstances appear to us through networked media. Violence feels ever-present. Natasha Lennard and Brad Evans help us to analyze those feelings, talking with a wide range of thinkers in order to gain insight into the worst of what humans do, and challenging us to imagine a world in which violence is no longer a given. Their book is full of surprising insights and intelligent compassion."--Sarah Leonard, co-editor ofThe Future We Want: Radical Ideas for the New Century "InViolence, Brad Evans and Natasha Lennard have created, alongside their interview subjects, a kaleidoscopic exploration of the concept of violence, in terrains expected and not, in prose taut and unexpectedly gorgeous. Their philosophical rigor provides the reader with an intellectual arsenal against the violence of the current moment."--Molly Crabapple, author ofDrawing Blood "We would be wise to read this collection with a similar eye toward service, and in so doing, open ourselves up to the rare mercy of no longer having to stand on our own."--Alana Massey, author ofAll The Lives I Want "The range of interviews with leading academics, to filmmakers and artists, is impressive, at once immediate and relevant, but also profoundly philosophical. More essentially, though, the conversations underline the need and suggest ways to resist and organize in a visionary way, in the extraordinary times we live in."--Razia Iqbal,BBC News "Notable contemporary thinkers and creators give their individual perspectives in this compelling look at violence. . . . A provocative volume that challenges humanity to correct its runaway course toward an increasingly violent future by learning from its violent past."--Kirkus Reviews "The purpose of the work is to challenge humanity to create more meaningful solutions when it comes to these kinds of violence--or at least to name violence without inadvertently inciting even more anger. . . . passion roars through every chapter . . . This book delivers on what it promises, which is an achievement. "--Alison Gately,The Los Angeles Review of Books "If you wish to read the intellectualization of violence,Violence is a phenomenal anthology. . . . Brad Evans and Natasha Lennard, the interviewers and the 'authors' of the anthology, have done a remarkable job in bringing together perceptive and intelligent contributors from various fields to scout the reaches of violence. Their piercing questions brought out brilliant responses from the interviewees."--L. Ali Khan,New York Journal of Books Non sono state trovate descrizioni di biblioteche |
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These conversations are centered around one singular theme: violence (surprise!). The interviewees are varied, from philosophers to musicians, even though most of them focus on the USA and Donald Trump’s then-recent election.
The ghost of Hannah Arendt lies heavily over the book; many interviewees consider her legacy, especially where totalitarianism is engaged.
From the introduction:
What separates this book from many others, is the levels of philosophy, psychology, and political theory that layer the interviews; this is quite some heady stuff, and it’s most often worth the dense reading materials; very seldom can one claim that the interviews contain fun or wispy airiness. This ain’t no picnic, indeed.
The following quote is a typical one from the book:
However, don’t let the somewhat obtuse language fool you; there’s variety, perspective, and valuable analysis here! An example:
I adored Natasha Lennard’s interview with Adrian Parr, professor of environmental politics and cultural criticism at the University of Cincinnati and the director of the Taft Research Center. From it:
That, to me, is probably the most beautiful and urgent part of the entire book.
Other luminaries, for example Henry A. Giroux, show their intelligence:
In summary, this anthology is one that called upon myself to continue my reading. It’s heady and worth it. Get in, and I’d be surprised if even the most stalwart opponent of this book wouldn’t be able to like it. ( )