Metapolitics (Radical Thinkers) Badiou, Alain

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Minimal signs of wear. Corners and cover may show wear. May contain highlighting and or writing. May be missing dust jacket. May not include supplemental materials. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.

This well-loved copy of “Metapolitics” by the influential French philosopher Alain Badiou offers a glimpse into the mind of one of the most prominent thinkers of our time. Published in 2005 as part of the “Radical Thinkers” series, this work delves into Badiou’s unique perspective on the relationship between philosophy and politics. Drawing from his experiences as a Maoist activist in the 1960s, Badiou challenges the notion of “metapolitics” as a means of neutralizing political thought and action. Instead, he argues for a renewed commitment to universal truths and emancipatory politics, rejecting the postmodern tendencies that dominated French intellectual circles in the late 20th century. With its well-thumbed pages and potential markings from previous readers, this copy carries the weight of the passionate discussions and debates it has undoubtedly sparked. For collectors and readers alike, it represents an opportunity to engage with a seminal work that has profoundly shaped contemporary political philosophy.