Rage and Time: A Psychopolitical Investigation

(Part of the Insurrections: Critical Studies in Religion, Politics, and Culture Series)

by Peter Sloterdijk

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While ancient civilizations worshipped strong, active emotions, modern societies have favored more peaceful attitudes, especially within the democratic process. We have largely forgotten the struggle to make use of thymos, the part of the soul that, following Plato, contains spirit, pride, and indignation. Rather, Christianity and psychoanalysis have promoted mutual understanding to overcome conflict. Through unique examples, Peter Sloterdijk,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0231145233

ISBN13:9780231145237

Release Date:May 2012

Publisher:Columbia University Press

Length:256 Pages

Weight:0.05 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 8.9" x 6.0"

Age Range:22 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Deconstruction Parenting & Relationships Philosophy Psychoanalysis Psychology Social Science Social Sciences

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