Heidegger, art, and postmodernity / Iain D. Thomson.

Author/creator Thomson, Iain D., 1968-
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
Descriptionxix, 245 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents Understanding ontotheology, or "the history that we are" -- Heidegger's critique of modern aesthetics -- Heidegger's postmodern understanding of art -- "Even better than the real thing"? Postmodernity, the triumph of the simulacra, and U2 -- Deconstructing the hero: the postmodern comic book -- The philosophical fugue: understanding the structure and goal of Heidegger's contributions to philosophy (from Enowning) -- The danger and the promise of Heidegger, an American perspective -- Against conclusions.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2010040285
ISBN9781107001503 (hardback)
ISBN1107001501 (hardback)
ISBN9780521172493 (pbk.)
ISBN0521172497 (pbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks B3279.H49 T478 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold