Anthony Elliott Bücher

Beginning with a brilliant reading of Albert Goldman's bestselling biography, he moves to the loneliness and pain of Lennon's childhood, developing a powerful analysis of songs such as "Strawberry Fields Forever" and "I Am the Walrus." From "Help" to "Mother" to "I'm Losing You," he contends that a consistent exploration of pain and loss in the wider emotional and political world is evident in the body of Lennon's works. Elliott explores the complex, contradictory role of love in Lennon's life, with a particular focus on the themes of guilt and grief, sexuality and desire. He gives careful attention to Lennon's personal relationships--from his marriage to Cynthia Powell to his extraordinary romance with Yoko Ono.

Focusing on contemporary social theory, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of significant issues and debates that shape current discourse. It engages with various perspectives and critiques, offering insights into the complexities of social dynamics and theoretical frameworks. The book serves as a critical resource for understanding the evolving landscape of social thought since its original publication in 2003.

Focusing on the intersection of Freudian theory and contemporary critical thought, this work critiques traditional psychoanalysis through a dialogue involving the Frankfurt School and Lacanian traditions. It explores post-Lacanian developments, particularly in feminist theory, highlighting the evolution of social theory and its implications for understanding psychoanalysis. The book serves as a significant contribution to debates about the relevance of psychoanalytic concepts in modern social theory.

The book provides a comprehensive exploration of significant theoretical traditions, ranging from the Frankfurt School and feminism to posthumanism and globalization theory. It offers updated insights into these diverse frameworks, highlighting their evolution and interconnections. Through this examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of contemporary social theories and their implications for various fields of study.

Exploring major theoretical traditions from the Frankfurt School to the digital revolution, this comprehensive introduction to contemporary social theory offers a clear and updated perspective. The revised edition incorporates recent developments in the field and includes a new chapter focusing on the impact of the digital revolution and emerging technologies, making it a valuable resource for understanding current social dynamics.

Smart guide to a wide range of theories of the social self.

Industrial robots, self-driving cars, customer-service chatbots and Google’s algorithmic predictions have brought the topic of artificial intelligence into public debate. Why is AI the source of such intense controversy and what are its economic, political, social and cultural consequences? Tracing the changing fortunes of artificial intelligence, Elliott develops a systematic account of how automated intelligent machines impact different spheres and aspects of public and private life. Among the issues discussed are the automation of workforces, surveillance capitalism, warfare and lethal autonomous weapons, the spread of racist robots and the automation of social inequalities. Elliott also considers the decisive role of AI in confronting global risks and social futures, including global pandemics such as COVID-19, and how smart algorithms are impacting the search for energy security and combating climate change. Making Sense of AI provides a judiciously comprehensive account of artificial intelligence for those with little or no previous knowledge of the topic. It will be an invaluable book both for students in the social sciences and humanities and for general readers.