Since September 11th, we frequently hear that political differences should be put aside: the real struggle is between good and evil. What does this mean for political and social life? Is there a 'Third Way' beyond left and right, and if so, should we fear or welcome it?
This thought-provoking book by Chantal Mouffe, a globally recognized political author, presents a timely account of the current state of democracy, affording readers the most relevant and up-to-date information.
Arguing that liberal 'third way thinking' ignores fundamental, conflicting aspects of human nature, Mouffe states that, far from expanding democracy, globalization is undermining the combative and radical heart of democratic life.
Going back first to Aristotle, she identifies the historical origins of the political and reflects on the Enlightenment, and the social contract, arguing that in spite of its good intentions, it levelled the radical core of political life.
Contemporary examples, including the Iraq war, racism and the rise of the far right, are used to illustrate and support her theory that far from combating extremism, the quest for consensus politics undermines the ability to challenge it. These case studies are also highly effective points of reference for student revision.
On the Political is a stimulating argument about the future of politics and addresses the most fundamental aspects of democracy that will aid further study.
發表於2024-12-23
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圖書標籤: 政治哲學 政治 political democracy Chantal_Mouffe 民主 文化研究、哲學理論 政治理論
mouffe 的 agonism 是個奇怪的概念
評分insights to democracy. If you are already sick of Habermas, this is the book you definitely need to read!
評分insights to democracy. If you are already sick of Habermas, this is the book you definitely need to read!
評分這個版本的短評也值得一看,可惜沒有長評,讀過的人也不夠
評分insights to democracy. If you are already sick of Habermas, this is the book you definitely need to read!
On the Political 2024 pdf epub mobi 電子書 下載