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Critique of Critique
What is critique? How is it used and abused? At a moment when popular discourse is saturated with voices confronting each other about not being critical enough, while academic discourses proclaim to have moved past critique, this provocative book reawakens the foundational question of what 'critique' is in the first place.Roy Ben-Shai inspects critique as an orientation of critical thinking, probing its structures and assumptions, its limits and its risks, its history and its possibilities.The book is a journey through a landscape of ideas, images, and texts from diverse sources—theological, psychological, etymological, and artistic, but mainly across the history of philosophy, from Plato and Saint Augustine, through Kant and Hegel, Marx and Heidegger, up to contemporary critical theory. Along the way, Ben-Shai invites the reader to examine their own orientation of thought, even at the moment of reading the book; to question popular discourse; and to revisit the philosophical canon, revealing affinities among often antagonistic traditions, such as Catholicism and Marxism.Most importantly, Critique of Critique sets the ground for an examination of alternative orientations of critical thinking, other ways of inhabiting and grasping the world.
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Resisting Reality : Social Construction and Social Critique
Contemporary theorists use the term "social construction" with the aim of exposing how what's purportedly "natural" is often at least partly social and, more specifically, how this masking of the social is politically significant.In these previously published essays, Sally Haslanger draws on insights from feminist and critical race theory to explore and develop the idea that gender and race are positions within a structure of social relations.On this interpretation, the point of saying that gender and race are socially constructed is not to make a causal claim about the origins of our concepts of gender and race, or to take a stand in the nature/nurture debate, but to locate these categories within a realist social ontology.This is politically important, for by theorizing how gender and race fit within different structures of social relations we are better able to identify and combat forms of systematic injustice. Although the central essays of the book focus on a critical social realism about gender and race, these accounts function as case studies for a broader critical social realism.To develop this broader approach, several essays offer reworked notions of ideology, practice, and social structure, drawing on recent research in sociology and social psychology.Ideology, on the proposed view, is a relatively stable set of shared dispositions to respond to the world, often in ways that also shape the world to evoke those very dispositions.This looping of our dispositions through the material world enables the social to appear natural.Additional essays in the book situate this approach to social phenomena in relation to philosophical methodology, and to specific debates in metaphysics, epistemology, and philosophy of language.The book as a whole explores the interface between analytic philosophy and critical theory.
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Networks Without a Cause : A Critique of Social Media
With the vast majority of Facebook users caught in a frenzy of ‘friending’, ‘liking’ and ‘commenting’, at what point do we pause to grasp the consequences of our info-saturated lives?What compels us to engage so diligently with social networking systems?Networks Without a Cause examines our collective obsession with identity and self-management coupled with the fragmentation and information overload endemic to contemporary online culture. With a dearth of theory on the social and cultural ramifications of hugely popular online services, Lovink provides a path-breaking critical analysis of our over-hyped, networked world with case studies on search engines, online video, blogging, digital radio, media activism and the Wikileaks saga.This book offers a powerful message to media practitioners and theorists: let us collectively unleash our critical capacities to influence technology design and workspaces, otherwise we will disappear into the cloud.Probing but never pessimistic, Lovink draws from his long history in media research to offer a critique of the political structures and conceptual powers embedded in the technologies that shape our daily lives.
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Sustainability and Privilege : A Critique of Social Design Practice
Social design—the practice of designing for poverty relief—is one of the most popular fields in contemporary architecture.Its advocates, focusing on the architect’s creativity and good intentions, are overwhelmingly laudatory, while its detractors, concerned with the experience of its beneficiaries, have dismissed it as an expression of cultural imperialism.Placed midway between innocuous celebration and radical critique, Sustainability and Privilege highlights the lessons that can be learned from social design’s current limitations and proposes a feasible way to improve this practice. In this broad-ranging account, enlivened by fieldwork and case studies, Gabriel Arboleda contends that social design’s invocation of sustainability often serves to marginalize and displace vulnerable populations through projects that involve experimentation of faulty alternative technologies, or that result in so-called green gentrification, or that impose untoward economic and other burdens.Arboleda is fiercely critical of the way social design has been carried out in impoverished regions of the world, most notably in Africa and Latin America.In addressing the challenges posed by issues of privilege in social design’s use of sustainability, the book proposes a new interdisciplinary approach called ethnoarchitecture, arguing for a simpler, open-ended, and stakeholder-driven process that eliminates the casual imposition of the architect’s ideas on vulnerable populations, foregrounding the people’s voices, experience, and input in social design practice.
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What are modern social critique topics?
Modern social critique topics include issues such as income inequality, racial injustice, gender discrimination, environmental degradation, and the impact of technology on society. These topics are often the focus of discussions and debates in various fields, including academia, politics, and the media. Social critics analyze these issues to raise awareness, challenge existing power structures, and advocate for change in order to create a more just and equitable society.
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Do you know any social critique films?
Yes, I am familiar with several social critique films. Some examples include "Parasite" directed by Bong Joon-ho, which critiques social class disparities, "Get Out" directed by Jordan Peele, which critiques racism and cultural appropriation, and "The Social Network" directed by David Fincher, which critiques the impact of social media on society. These films use storytelling and filmmaking techniques to shed light on important social issues and provoke thought and discussion among viewers.
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Which five English social critique books do I need?
1. "1984" by George Orwell - A classic dystopian novel that critiques totalitarianism and surveillance society. 2. "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley - Another dystopian novel that explores the dangers of a society controlled by technology and consumerism. 3. "Animal Farm" by George Orwell - A satirical allegory that critiques the corruption of power and the dangers of totalitarianism. 4. "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood - A feminist dystopian novel that critiques patriarchal society and the oppression of women. 5. "The Road to Wigan Pier" by George Orwell - A non-fiction book that critiques social inequality and poverty in England during the 1930s.
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What is a material critique?
A material critique is an analysis or evaluation of a particular material or substance, focusing on its properties, uses, and impact on the environment and society. It involves examining the production process, resource extraction, disposal methods, and overall sustainability of the material. Material critiques are often used to assess the environmental and social implications of using certain materials in products or processes, and to identify opportunities for improvement or alternative materials that may be more sustainable.
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How to Critique Journal Articles in the Social Sciences
This brief, introductory book provides readers with a step-by-step guide to reading and understanding a social science research article.The author demonstrates the many strengths of social research, including its advantages over ordinary ways of knowing things, and, at the same time, points out that research is inevitably flawed.Rather than naively assuming that good research simply produces "The Truth" or cynically asserting that research is hopelessly biased and futile, this book instills in readers a critical perspective—one that appreciates the strengths and weaknesses of any piece of scholarship.
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Distinction : A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste
No judgement of taste is innocent - we are all snobs.Pierre Bourdieu’s Distinction brilliantly illuminates the social pretentions of the middle classes in the modern world, focusing on the tastes and preferences of the French bourgeoisie.First published in 1979, the book is at once a vast ethnography of contemporary France and a dissection of the bourgeois mind.In the course of everyday life we constantly choose between what we find aesthetically pleasing, and what we consider tacky, merely trendy, or ugly.Taste is not pure. Bourdieu demonstrates that our different aesthetic choices are all distinctions - that is, choices made in opposition to those made by other classes.This fascinating work argues that the social world functions simultaneously as a system of power relations and as a symbolic system in which minute distinctions of taste become the basis for social judgement.
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Critique of Judgment
“Pluhar maintains a fine, even tone throughout. . . . Those who have found the prospect of teaching the third Critique daunting will admire its clarity. . . . No one will be disappointed.” —Timothy Sean Quinn, The Review of Metaphysics Contents:Foreword.Translator’s Preface. Translator’s Introduction. Critique of Judgment. Preface. Introduction. I. Critique of Aesthetic Judgment. II. Critique of Teleological Judgment. Appendix: Methodology of Teleological Judgment. Translator’s Supplement: First Introduction to the Critique of Judgment. Selected Bibliography. Glossary. Index
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Critique of Judgement
'beauty has purport and significance only for human beings, for beings at once animal and rational'In the Critique of Judgement (1790) Kant offers a penetrating analysis of our experience of the beautiful and the sublime, discussing the objectivity of taste, aesthetic disinterestedness, the relation of art and nature, the role of imagination, genius and originality, the limits of representation and the connection between morality and the aesthetic.He also investigates the validity of our judgements concerning the apparent purposiveness of nature with respect to the highest interests of reason and enlightenment.The work profoundly influenced the artists and writers of the classical and romantic period and the philosophy of Hegel and Schelling.It has remained a central point of reference from Schopenhauer and Nietzsche through to phenomenology, hermeneutics, the Frankfurt School, analytical aesthetics and contemporary critical theory.J. C. Meredith's classic translation has been revised in accordance with standard modern renderings and provided with a bilingual glossary.This edition also includes the important 'First Introduction' that Kant originally composed for the work.ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe.Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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What is your green critique?
My green critique is that our current economic and industrial systems prioritize profit and growth over environmental sustainability. This has led to widespread pollution, deforestation, and the depletion of natural resources. We need to shift towards a more sustainable and regenerative approach that values the health of the planet and its ecosystems. This includes transitioning to renewable energy, reducing waste and consumption, and implementing policies that prioritize environmental protection over short-term economic gains.
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Can someone critique my drawings?
Yes, it's always helpful to receive feedback on your drawings in order to improve your skills. You can ask for critiques from friends, family, or fellow artists, or seek out online communities and forums where you can share your work and receive constructive criticism. Remember to approach critiques with an open mind and use the feedback to guide your growth as an artist.
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Can someone critique this drawing?
Yes, someone can critique the drawing by providing constructive feedback on the composition, proportions, use of color, and overall technique. They can offer suggestions for improvement and point out areas that are particularly strong. It's important for the critique to be specific and helpful in order to support the artist's growth and development.
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How do I analyze a critique?
When analyzing a critique, it is important to first understand the main points being made by the critic. Look for specific examples or evidence provided to support their arguments. Consider the credibility and expertise of the critic, as well as their perspective or bias. Reflect on whether the critique offers valid and constructive feedback that can help you improve your work or perspective. Finally, use the critique as an opportunity for growth and learning, rather than taking it personally.
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