The late Bruno Latour has come a long way since he claimed that we
have never been modern and analyzed the hole in the ozone layer from
an armchair. From his initial analysis of modernity, Latour evolved to
confront the detrimental impact of modern civilization on the Earth.
This book contends that Latour's early and later works can be
connected to the philosophy of Martin Heidegger, so as to render a
profound understanding of the intricate relationship between modernity
and technology in our era. Reconsidered in tandem, these thinkers can
become essential guides to help us circumvent some of the fundamental
human and environmental tragedies of our time.
While both Latour and Heidegger illuminate the perils of our epoch,
they also offer a beacon of hope. Through their alternative
examination of human existence, technology, and the world around us,
they inspire us to envision paths toward overcoming the challenges of
modernity. In their interconnected philosophies lies the potential for
rediscovering hope despite the pressing dangers of our age. This book
calls for theoretical fieldwork and a parallel reassessment of these
intellectual giants and urges us to draw upon their insights in order
to confront and transcend the dilemmas of our modern world.
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A Philosophical Investigation of Martin Heidegger and Bruno Latour
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ISBN
9781666929584
Publisert
2025
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Vendor
Bloomsbury USA
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Product language
Engelsk
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Digital bok
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