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Doing JusticeDiscover the profound insights of Pablo Oyarzun, one of the leading Benjamin scholars in Latin America. In this essential academic work, Oyarzun delves deep into the intricate concepts of Walter Benjamin, such as translation, experience, and the nature of history and storytelling. This book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2020, not only explores Benjamin's ideas but also reflects on the critical theory regarding the notion of 'doing justice.' With
Discover the profound insights of Pablo Oyarzun, one of the leading Benjamin scholars in Latin America. In this essential academic work, Oyarzun delves deep into the intricate concepts of Walter Benjamin, such as translation, experience, and the nature of history and storytelling. This book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2020, not only explores Benjamin's ideas but also reflects on the critical theory regarding the notion of 'doing justice.' With 180 pages of thought-provoking content, Oyarzun encourages readers to critically engage with the concept of justice, emphasizing its implications in contemporary society. Justice is not simply an action but a complex interplay of agency and responsibility that can often hide the identity of those who enact it. Oyarzun's systematic reflection will challenge your understanding and inspire a commitment to social responsibility. Perfect for students, philosophers, and anyone interested in critical thought and Latin American perspectives, this book is a crucial addition to your library. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781509541980.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509541980
Year: 2020
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 180
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Pablo Oyarzun is one of the foremost Benjamin scholars in Latin America. His writings have shaped the reception of Benjamin™s work in Latin America and have been central to the effort to identify the tasks and responsibilities of the kind of critical theory that would interrupt social violenceIn this book Oyarzun examines some of the key concepts in Benjamin™s work “ including his concepts of translation, experience, history and storytelling “ and relates them to his own systematic reflection on the nature and implications of Âdoing justice™. What is meant by the words Âjustice was done™? The passive voice is important here. On the one hand, justice does nothing: it is not an agent, it can only prevail or fail, and if it fails, it does so without limit. On the other hand, the passive voice alludes to the agents of an action while covering them up; the allusion is the masking of the identity and traces of the person who accomplishes the action. And this cover-up can be dangerous: it can cover-up the executioners, who are subjects that everyone can confirm anonymously, without their being recognized and without their wanting to be recognized. Justice, argues Oyarzun, can only be done in the active effort to do justice “ or, as Benjamin would say, in the striving to turn the world into the highest goodThis book by one of Chile™s most distinguished philosophers will be of value to anyone interested in Benjamin™s work and in the development of critical theory in Latin America.
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★★★★★ 4
Pretty funny
Format: Hardcover
The book gives us a more focused outlook on Chieg Wiggum. Full of its funny moments, I`d recomend this to huge Simpsons fans as it seems the shows writers managed to give us another hit.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2014
★★★★★ 3
Not the best, but not the worst either
Format: Hardcover
By any means not the funniest book in the series, only the one on Krusty the Clown was more un-funny; but still a worthy addition to your collection and, just like all the others from the series providing a retrospective of anecdotes you might have forgotten.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2012
★★★★★ 1
One Star
Format: Hardcover
The book I received had 3 pages cut out of it.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2014
★★★★★ 2
Not that great
Huge "The Simpsons" fan. I watched all the episodes and read a lot of the comics and enjoy most. This one however was quite boring. Turns out I'm just not a big fan of Chief Wiggum. I really enjoyed The "Homer" and "Bart" book. But not this one. Maybe if you love Wiggum you'll love it. If you're not too fond of him then I wouldn't buy it.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2013
★★★★★ 3
Good for my collection.
Format: Hardcover
This was another quick and entertaining read. This instalment wasn't as enjoyable as some of the other books but it was still good. I'm glad to have it in my collection.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2014