Simon Malpas investigates the theories and definitions of postmodernism and postmodernity, and explores their impact in such areas as identity, history, art, literature and culture. In attempting to map the different forms of the postmodern, and the contrasting experiences of postmodernity in the Western and developing worlds, he looks closely at:
* modernism and postmodernism
* modernity and postmodernity
* subjectivity
* history
* politics.
This useful guidebook will introduce students to a range of key thinkers who have sought to question the contemporary situation, and will enable readers to begin to approach the primary texts of postmodern theory and culture with confidence.
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Simon Malpas investigates the theories and definitions of postmodernism and postmodernity, and explores their impact in such areas as identity, history, art, literature and culture. In attempting to map the different forms of the postmodern, and the contrasting experiences of postmodernity in the Western and developing worlds, he looks closely at:
* modernism and postmodernism
* modernity and postmodernity
* subjectivity
* history
* politics.
This useful guidebook will introduce students to a range of key thinkers who have sought to question the contemporary situation, and will enable readers to begin to approach the primary texts of postmodern theory and culture with confidence.
Imprint | Routledge |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | The New Critical Idiom |
Release date | November 2004 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2005 |
Authors | Simon Malpas |
Series editors | John Drakakis |
Dimensions | 198 x 129 x 9mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 160 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-415-28065-5 |
Barcode | 9780415280655 |
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LSN | 0-415-28065-6 |