Julia Kristeva by John Lechte

Julia Kristeva by John Lechte

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Summary

In this survey of Julia Kristeva's work, the author outlines her intellectual development, from her work on Bakhtin through her theories of the "symbolic" and the "semiotic" to her analysis of horror, love, melancholy and cosmopolitanism.

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Julia Kristeva by John Lechte

This innovative introductory text not only clearly explains Kristeva's most difficult ideas, but also provides new insights into her work. All Kristeva's key concepts are clearly explained, and new interpretations are offered of the chora, Oedipus and abjection, as well as revolt and the feminine genius. Kristeva's intellectual development is set in historical and political context and the creative power of her work is also highlighted. Finally, the original interview reveals Kristeva's true intellectual and political aspirations.
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ISBN 13 9780415008341
ISBN 10 0415008344
Title Julia Kristeva
Author John Lechte
Series Critics Of The Twentieth Century
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1990-09-20
Number of pages 240
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