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The Work of Giorgio Agamben: Law, Literature, Life

Edited by Justin Clemens, Edited by Nicholas Heron, Edited by Alex Murray

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Giorgio Agamben has emerged, in the past five years, as one of the most important continental philosophers. This burgeoning popularity of his work has largely been confined to a study of the homo sacer series. Yet these later â€˜politicalâ€™ works have their foundation in Agambenâ€™s earlier works on the philosophy of language, aesthetics and literature. From a philosophy of language and linguistics that leads to a broader theory of representation, Agamben develops a critical theory that attempts to explore the hiatuses and paradoxes that govern discursive practice across a broad range of disciplines. Gathering some of the most important established and emerging scholars to examine his body of work, this collection of essays seeks to explore Agambenâ€™s thought from these broader philosophical and literary concerns, underpinning its place within larger debates in continental philosophy.This volume will be a valuable addition to the understanding and reception of this major thinker. Including a contribution by Agamben himself makes it essential reading for anyone interested in his work.Features:* the first volume to focus on Agambenâ€™s early work on language and literature* includes established as well as up-and-coming scholars working in a variety of disciplines * includes a contribution by Agamben himself