Description
Explore the depth of human connection with 'The Needs of Strangers' by Michael Ignatieff, a profound exploration of what it means to truly flourish in today's world. This brand new edition, published in 2024 by Faber Factory, examines essential human needs beyond mere survival—love, respect, community, and the comfort of consolation. Ignatieff's insightful narrative invites readers to delve into the philosophical, literary, and artistic reflections from figures such as St. Augustine, Shakespeare, and Hieronymus Bosch, highlighting the richness of human experience. In a society often characterized by isolation and disconnection, this book serves as a vital reminder of the common language we can develop to express our deeper needs. It’s not just a read; it’s a journey toward understanding and embracing our shared humanity. Ideal for those who seek to engage with complex ideas surrounding society and belonging, this book will resonate with thinkers and feelers alike. Get your copy today to discover how we can create a more empathetic world that acknowledges our collective needs. Delivery information: Expect prompt shipping to ensure your book arrives swiftly and securely, ready for your exploration of these essential themes.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781782279082
Year: 2024
Publisher: Faber Factory
Description:
What does a person need, not just to survive, but to flourish? In this profound, searching book, Michael Ignatieff explores the many human needs that go beyond basic sustenance: for love, for respect, for community and consolation. In a society of strangers, how might we find a common language to express such needs?
Ignatieff's lucid, penetrating enquiry takes him back to great works of philosophy, literature and art, from St. Augustine to Hieronymus Bosch to Shakespeare. Reissued with a new preface, The Needs of Strangers builds to a moving meditation on the possibility of accommodating claims of difference within a politics based on common need.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781782279082
Year: 2024
Publisher: Faber Factory
Description:
What does a person need, not just to survive, but to flourish? In this profound, searching book, Michael Ignatieff explores the many human needs that go beyond basic sustenance: for love, for respect, for community and consolation. In a society of strangers, how might we find a common language to express such needs?
Ignatieff's lucid, penetrating enquiry takes him back to great works of philosophy, literature and art, from St. Augustine to Hieronymus Bosch to Shakespeare. Reissued with a new preface, The Needs of Strangers builds to a moving meditation on the possibility of accommodating claims of difference within a politics based on common need.