Irrevocable
- 240 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Alphonso Lingis Reihenfolge der Bücher
Alphonso Lingis ist ein amerikanischer Philosoph und Schriftsteller, dessen Werk sich mit tiefgründigen Fragen der menschlichen Existenz auseinandersetzt. Seine Schriften, beeinflusst von Phänomenologie und Existenzialismus, erforschen die Komplexität der sinnlichen Welt und ethischer Dilemmata. Lingis konzentriert sich darauf, grundlegende menschliche Erfahrungen aufzudecken und sucht nach Wegen, unsere Realität durch eine einzigartige philosophische Linse zu verstehen.
- 2019
- 2018
The Alphonso Lingis Reader
- 492 Seiten
- 18 Lesestunden
The Alphonso Lingis Reader showcases the philosophical thought and beautiful writing of Alphonso Lingis across his career. Much of his writing is a unique blend of travelogue, cultural anthropology, and philosophy--
- 2011
Violence and Splendor
- 172 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Exploring the interplay of theory and praxis, this collection of reflections delves into five distinct areas: "Spaces Within Spaces," "Snares for the Eyes," "The Sacred," "Violence," and "Splendor." Each section invites readers to contemplate complex themes, blending philosophical inquiry with rich, evocative imagery. Lingis's work challenges conventional categorization, offering profound insights into the human experience and the intricate relationships between beauty and brutality.
- 2007
The First Person Singular
- 160 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Exploring the themes of fantasy, obsessive commitment, and noble actions, this work delves into how Alphonso Lingis articulates these concepts through interpersonal engagements, including connections with animals and the natural world. The philosophical insights are presented not merely as written text but as a performance, inviting readers to experience the depth of Lingis' thought in a dynamic and engaging manner.
- 2005
Exploring the intersection of philosophy, psychoanalysis, and anthropology, this book delves into diverse topics such as ethics, fetishism, and the significance of genitals. It offers a thought-provoking examination of how the body and its parts can be understood in relation to human actions and experiences. Through this unique lens, Lingis challenges conventional perceptions and invites readers to reconsider the complexity of the body and its role in shaping our understanding of morality and desire.
- 1998
Argues that not only our thought is governed by an imperative, as Kant had maintained, but, rather, our sensual, sensing, perceiving, and emotional life is continually regulated by imperatives that come to us from the world around us.
- 1996
The book challenges traditional views of phenomenology and existential philosophy by emphasizing the importance of the substantive body over perception. It argues that our interactions with other sentient beings involve an inherent imperative that shapes our understanding before we can interpret their words and gestures. The author presents these ideas in accessible, engaging language, avoiding complex jargon, making the concepts approachable for readers.