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Gershom Scholem: Mysticism and the Philosophy of History
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school
Delve into the rich intellectual legacy of Gershom Scholem. Explore his profound insights into Jewish mysticism and its intersection with contemporary politics and the Jewish historical condition. Uncover Scholem's influential philosophy of history, rooted in kabbalah, messianism, and a deep engagement with language, literature, and nationhood.
Nov 22nd
6:30–9:30pm ET
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A Ruthless Criticism of Everything Existing: An Introduction to Marx
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Engage with Karl Marx's "ruthless criticism of everything existing" as this course examines his transformative contributions to philosophy, economics, and politics. Through key texts and influential interpretations, explore how Marx's ideas shaped diverse movements, from feminism to ecosocialism. No prior background is required to dive into this critical exploration.
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James Joyce: Ulysses
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The archetypal novel of high modernism, James Joyce’s Ulysses attempts to synthesize the life of a city, the afterlives of previous literary styles, and the entirety of the Western canon as it stood in the early twentieth century. Since its original publication when it was serialized in the Little Review from March 1918 to March 1920, Ulysses has churned up debates about obscenity, obscurity, gender, sexuality, censorship,...
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Critical Ancient Greek (Online)
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Explore the foundational texts of ancient Greek thought through language acquisition and critical analysis in this immersive program. Guided by experts in philosophy, literature, and psychoanalysis, participants will delve into Greek grammar, syntax, and rhetoric while examining the cultural contexts and enduring concepts that shape philosophical and political discourse.
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Don Quixote: Into the World of the Book
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 600 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Miguel de Cervantes’s Don Quixote is, perhaps above all else, a book about books. The title character’s voracious consumption of books of chivalry drives him mad, leading him to interpret windmills as giants, common inns as majestic castles, and prostitutes as highborn damsels. In addition to the medieval romances that Don Quixote reads, a variety of texts in different forms populate the narrative: Arabic manuscripts, short stories...
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Anthropology and Ethnography: an Introduction
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 172 Mulberry St, New York, NY
Anthropology is at once a contested and vital field of study and inquiry. Still hotly debated is a basic question: what is the scope of anthropological inquiry? Modern anthropologists no longer divide the world, as their 19th-century forebears did, into a sociological “West” and an anthropological “rest of the world,” its “backwardness” waiting to be understood. Yet, expanding the anthropological field of view to the whole of the globe...
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Ovid’s Metamorphoses
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Ovid begins his Metamorphoses, “My soul would speak of bodies changed into new forms,” and it is the great theme of physical transformation that unites the poem’s many myths: humans becomes animals and plants, and vice versa; humans becomes stones and constellations; and humans change their sex. No poem from antiquity has so influenced Western European literature and art. Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, and Dante creatively raided Ovid’s tales...
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The Problem of Evil: Augustine, Nietzsche, Arendt
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Examine how influential philosophers have understood the nature of evil and its role in shaping political and moral thought. Analyze enduring questions surrounding responsibility, violence and human behavior through key philosophical texts. Develop a deeper perspective on the ethical challenges that continue to influence contemporary society.
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The Task of the Critic: an Introduction to Rosalind Krauss
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Delve into the transformative power of Rosalind Krauss's eclectic theoretical vocabulary and its influence on contemporary art criticism. Explore her break from formalism and her writings on modernism and postmodernism, as well as her personal connection to art in the aftermath of her memory loss and recovery. Gain new insights into aesthetic experience and interpretation through a rigorous examination of representative artworks.
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On the Heights of Despair: an Introduction to E.M. Cioran
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The son of an orthodox priest, Emil Cioran reflected obsessively on the condition of humanity in a universe without God. Outstripping even Schopenhauer in his relentless pessimism, Cioran developed an aphoristic style, arguably to literary perfection, by which he delivered piercing insights into the “inconvenience of existence” (“which neither death nor even poetry succeeds in correcting”). Despair, doubt, melancholy, failure, skepticism,...
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What is Deconstruction? Philosophy and Literary Theory
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Explore the provocative emergence of deconstruction and its impact on literary theory, philosophy, and politics. Uncover the motivations, debates, and ethical dilemmas surrounding this influential movement, from its origins with the Yale School to its relevance in our post-modern world. Delve into readings by Derrida, de Man, Fish, and more to gain insight into the elusive nature of deconstruction.
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Literary Theory: a Critical Introduction
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Explore the meanings, uses, values, and histories of literature at the Brooklyn Institute for Social Research. This course will focus on psychoanalysis, Marxism, structuralism and poststructuralism, queer and feminist theory, and postcolonial theory through the lens of a literary text of your choice. Discover the theorists who shaped our understanding in this thought-provoking course.
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Reclaiming Utopia: an Introduction to Ernst Bloch
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Explore the enduring relevance of Ernst Bloch's vision of concrete utopia and its impact on Marxist praxis in this thought-provoking course. Discover how utopia, hope, and anticipation intersect with political transformation through the works of Bloch, Marx, Adorno, Benjamin, and more. Join us on a journey to reimagine the future.
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Marxist Legal Theory
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Explore the implications of Marxist theory on the law, delving into topics such as property, ideology, and domination. Examine the role of law in maintaining capitalism and class divisions, while also questioning its potential for leftist purposes. Discover how legal institutions shape social relations and human subjects in this thought-provoking course.
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Philosophy & Deconstruction: An Introduction to Derrida
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Discover the world of Jacques Derrida and his ideas that revolutionized American academia. This course delves into Derrida's wide-ranging engagements with various fields, exploring foundational concepts of differance, deconstruction, and more. Join us as we uncover the transition from structuralism to poststructuralism through the lens of the charismatic and influential philosopher.
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Marxism and Literature
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Embark on an exploration of the dynamic interplay between Marxism and literature. Delve into the multifaceted relationships, from historical analysis to ideological critique, that have shaped Marxist literary criticism. Engage with key concepts like history, ideology, mediation, and form, as we unravel the complexities of literary study through a materialist lens.
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Friendship: Ethics, Politics, and Literature
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Explore the profound bonds of friendship through philosophy and literature. From Homer's Achilles and Patroclus to modern tales like Thelma and Louise, delve into the ethics and politics woven into the fabric of human connection. Join us in unraveling the mysteries of friendship in an age where digital interactions challenge its traditional meanings.
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Jürgen Habermas: The Structural Transformation of the Public Sphere
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Embark on an exploration of the public sphere with Jürgen Habermas. Analyze the evolution of this crucial space for democratic discourse and its challenges in today's fragmented society. Delve into Habermas's seminal work to uncover insights on renewing and revitalizing public dialogue in the 21st century.
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Hannah Arendt: The Human Condition
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Delve into Hannah Arendt's profound exploration of human existence. Uncover her insights on labor, work, and action, and their significance in today's world of advancing technology and eroding public space. Join us to reflect on what it truly means to be human in an ever-changing landscape.
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The Corporation: a Critical Introduction
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Examine the corporation's role as both a powerful engine of capitalism and a source of widespread social and environmental harm. This course critically unpacks the corporation’s history, legal structures, and global impact, challenging conventional views on corporate responsibility. Through diverse readings and case studies, you'll explore the deep connections between corporate power, imperialism, and modern capitalism.
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