Politics and Time

Politics and TimeExplore the intricate relationship between politics and time with this thought provoking book by Michael J. Shapiro. This groundbreaking work delves into how catastrophic events, such as the bombing of Hiroshima and Hurricane Katrina, reshape our understanding of history and political narratives. By analyzing various cultural genresincluding cinema, television, music, and literatureShapiro challenges the official narratives and offers fresh insights

Explore the intricate relationship between politics and time with this thought-provoking book by Michael J. Shapiro. This groundbreaking work delves into how catastrophic events, such as the bombing of Hiroshima and Hurricane Katrina, reshape our understanding of history and political narratives. By analyzing various cultural genres—including cinema, television, music, and literature—Shapiro challenges the official narratives and offers fresh insights into the lived experiences of those affected by violence and catastrophe.

The book invites readers to consider the ethical dimensions of remembering those who have been overlooked in history. With 208 pages of in-depth analysis, this essential read fosters a deeper comprehension of the complex dynamics that govern political life. It appeals to students and scholars of political theory, cultural studies, and cinema studies, making it a vital addition to any academic library.

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ISBN: 9781509507818
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 208

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509507818
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 208


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Catastrophic events like the bombing of Hiroshima, Hurricane Katrina™s devastation of New Orleans, and drone strikes periodically achieve renewed political significance as subsequent developments summon them back to public awareness. But why and how do different conceptions of time inform and challenge these key events and the narratives they create?In this book, Michael J. Shapiro provides an approach to politics and time that unsettles official collective histories by introducing analyses of lived experience articulated in cinematic, televisual, musical, and literary genres. His investigation is framed by questions of our responsibility to acknowledge those victims of violence and catastrophe who have failed to rise above the threshold of public recognition. Ultimately, by focusing on time as an active force shaping our conception of political life, we can deepen our understanding of complex political dynamics and improve the theories and methods we rely on to interpret them.This bold and original book will be of interest to students and scholars of political theory, cultural studies and cinema studies looking for a new perspective on the temporal aspects of political life.