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Discover the groundbreaking philosophy of Object-Oriented Ontology (OOO) with this essential introduction by Graham Harman. Published by Penguin UK in 2018, this **brand new** paperback edition (ISBN: 9780241269152) spans **304 pages** and explores one of the most influential movements in contemporary philosophy. Object-Oriented Ontology challenges traditional perceptions of reality by asserting that all objects, whether human, non-human, natural, or artificial, hold equal importance. This transformative approach invites you to question how we define reality itself and confronts the human-centric worldview endorsed by modern philosophy.
Harman expertly articulates the principles of OOO, illustrating how it redefines our engagement with the world around us. The book delves into various domains, including art, literature, politics, and natural science, making it an indispensable read for anyone interested in contemporary thought. This accessible introduction not only elaborates on OOO’s conceptual framework but also its profound implications for how we interact with all forms of existence.
Whether you're a student of philosophy, a lover of literature, or simply curious about contemporary intellectual movements, this book is a vital addition to your collection. Embrace a fresh perspective on reality and come to understand the autonomy of objects beyond human perception with Graham Harman's Object-Oriented Ontology. Available for fast delivery to your door, enhancing your philosophical library has never been easier!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241269152
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
A new introduction to one of the most influential philosophical movements in contemporary intellectual life
What is reality, really?
Are humans more special or important than the non-human objects we perceive?
How does this change the way we understand the world?
We humans tend to believe that things are only real in as much as we perceive them, an idea reinforced by modern philosophy, which privileges us as special, radically different in kind from all other objects. But as Graham Harman, one of the theory's leading exponents, shows, Object-Oriented Ontology rejects the idea of human specialness- the world, he states, is clearly not the world as manifest to humans. At the heart of this philosophy is the idea that objects - whether real, fictional, natural, artificial, human or non-human - are mutually autonomous. In this brilliant new introduction, Graham Harman lays out the history, ideas and impact of Object-Oriented Ontology, taking in everything from art and literature, politics and natural science along the way.
Harman expertly articulates the principles of OOO, illustrating how it redefines our engagement with the world around us. The book delves into various domains, including art, literature, politics, and natural science, making it an indispensable read for anyone interested in contemporary thought. This accessible introduction not only elaborates on OOO’s conceptual framework but also its profound implications for how we interact with all forms of existence.
Whether you're a student of philosophy, a lover of literature, or simply curious about contemporary intellectual movements, this book is a vital addition to your collection. Embrace a fresh perspective on reality and come to understand the autonomy of objects beyond human perception with Graham Harman's Object-Oriented Ontology. Available for fast delivery to your door, enhancing your philosophical library has never been easier!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241269152
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
A new introduction to one of the most influential philosophical movements in contemporary intellectual life
What is reality, really?
Are humans more special or important than the non-human objects we perceive?
How does this change the way we understand the world?
We humans tend to believe that things are only real in as much as we perceive them, an idea reinforced by modern philosophy, which privileges us as special, radically different in kind from all other objects. But as Graham Harman, one of the theory's leading exponents, shows, Object-Oriented Ontology rejects the idea of human specialness- the world, he states, is clearly not the world as manifest to humans. At the heart of this philosophy is the idea that objects - whether real, fictional, natural, artificial, human or non-human - are mutually autonomous. In this brilliant new introduction, Graham Harman lays out the history, ideas and impact of Object-Oriented Ontology, taking in everything from art and literature, politics and natural science along the way.