{"product_id":"9788400002527","title":"MARC AUGÉ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMARC AUGÉ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monographic volume of Revista Anthropos offers an exhaustive analysis of the figure and work of Marc Augé, one of the most influential anthropologists and intellectuals of contemporary times. Through the contributions of various specialists, the book explores his thought in the context of supermodernity, globalization, and the crisis of social spaces. The reader will find a profound reflection on the role of the intellectual and anthropology in a world saturated with information, as well as the keys to understanding concepts such as \"non-places,\" which have shaped recent social theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book examines the anthropological and intellectual trajectory of Marc Augé, connecting it to his historical time, characterized by democracy and globalization. The work addresses how Augé sought the place of the intellectual amidst media cacophony and environmental vulgarity, as well as the place of anthropology as a discipline. It highlights his firm defense of anthropological practice in contemporary times, shedding light on new objects of study and contexts, termed \"new worlds.\" A group of analysts approaches his work from plural perspectives, paying tribute to both the scrupulous anthropologist and the brilliant intellectual, without diminishing the critical function, an essential dimension of anthropology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure of Marc Augé as an intellectual of supermodernity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of anthropology in the context of globalization and democracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe critical function of the intellectual in the face of environmental vulgarity and media cacophony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of new objects of study and anthropological contexts (\"new worlds\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA tribute to Augé's work from plural and diverse perspectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at students and professionals of social and cultural anthropology, as well as readers interested in contemporary thought, social theory, and cultural criticism. It is also highly useful for those who wish to delve into the work of Marc Augé and his impact on the analysis of modernity, urban spaces, and current social dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive and updated vision of Marc Augé's intellectual legacy, from multiple analytical approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding the function of anthropology and the intellectual in supermodernity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCritical tools for analyzing globalization, the media, and new social spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA rigorous tribute that reaffirms the critical and scrupulous dimension of anthropological practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gonzalez Alcantud, José Antonio, Coord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anthropos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Literary essays, Social and cultural anthropology, Ethnography, Mineralogy and gems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Revista Anthropos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 153 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monographic issue constitutes a valuable contribution for those who follow the work of Marc Augé or are interested in contemporary anthropology. The coordination of several specialists allows for a plural and critical approach, avoiding mere exegesis and fostering debate. Its brevity (62 pages) makes it an accessible and concentrated read, ideal for a first approach or for updating knowledge about one of the key thinkers of supermodernity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANTHROPOS EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53409995489627,"sku":"9788400002527","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978840000252.jpg?v=1781899706","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788400002527","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}