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Theory, Art and Politics for the Anthropocene

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Rethinking Our Understanding of the World in Light of the Anthropocene

The Anthropocene is a new geological epoch, one in which human activity has become the dominant force shaping the planet. This has profound implications for our understanding of the world, and for our place within it. In this groundbreaking book, a team of leading scholars argue that the Anthropocene requires us to rethink our understanding of art, politics, and theory.

How to Live at the End of the World: Theory, Art, and Politics for the Anthropocene

by Donna Douglas

5 out of 5

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The book begins by examining the ways in which the Anthropocene has challenged traditional notions of nature and culture. The authors argue that the Anthropocene is a fundamentally hybrid epoch, one in which the natural and the human are inextricably intertwined. This has profound implications for our understanding of art, which has traditionally been seen as a realm of human creativity separate from the natural world.

The book then goes on to explore the political implications of the Anthropocene. The authors argue that the Anthropocene is a time of unprecedented environmental crisis, and that this crisis is the result of centuries of capitalist exploitation of the natural world. They call for a new kind of politics, one that is based on a recognition of the interconnectedness of all life on Earth.

Finally, the book concludes by proposing a new framework for theory in the Anthropocene. The authors argue that traditional theories of art, politics, and society are no longer adequate to address the challenges of the Anthropocene. They call for a new kind of theory, one that is based on a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of all things.

Theory, Art and Politics for the Anthropocene is a groundbreaking book that will challenge the way we think about the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of art, politics, and theory.

Reviews

"A brilliant and timely intervention in the critical debates about the Anthropocene. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the challenges and opportunities of our current moment." - Dipesh Chakrabarty, author of The Climate of History

"A major contribution to the emerging field of Anthropocene studies. This book offers a wide-ranging and thought-provoking exploration of the ways in which the Anthropocene is reshaping our understanding of art, politics, and theory." - Donna Haraway, author of Staying with the Trouble

"A powerful and urgent call for a new kind of politics and theory in the Anthropocene. This book is a vital resource for anyone who wants to create a more just and sustainable world." - Jason W. Moore, author of Capitalism in the Web of Life

How to Live at the End of the World: Theory, Art, and Politics for the Anthropocene

by Donna Douglas

5 out of 5