Emmanuel Levinas
Emmanuel Levinas Best known for his theories of ethics and responsibility, Emmanuel Levinas was one of the most profound and influential thinkers of the last century. Exploring the intellectual and…
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Emmanuel Levinas
Best known for his theories of ethics and responsibility, Emmanuel Levinas was one of the most profound and influential thinkers of the last century. Exploring the intellectual and social contexts of his work and the events that shaped it, Hand considers:the influence of phenomenology and Judaism on Levinas's thoughtkey concepts such as the 'face', the 'other', ethical consciousness and responsibilityLevinas's work on aestheticsthe relationship of philosophy and religion in his writingsthe interaction of his work with historical discussionshis often complex relationships with other theorists and theories In this clear, accessible guide, Sen Hand examines why Levinas is increasingly fundamental to the study of literature and culture today.