Frames of War: When is Life Grievable?
Frames of War: When is Life Grievable?
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
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Education•
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Philosophy2009
Adult
18+ years
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In Frames of War: When is Life Grievable?, Judith Butler explores how frameworks shape perceptions of whose lives are valued and mourned. By analyzing war and media portrayals, Butler examines dehumanization and the ethics of representing suffering, arguing for frameworks that recognize all individuals' potential for grievable lives.
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Judith Butler's Frames of War: When is Life Grievable? is lauded for its profound examination of the politics of life and death. Critics praise Butler's insightful critique of societal frameworks that determine whose lives are valued. However, some find her dense prose challenging. Overall, the book is recognized for its intellectual rigor and social relevance.
Who Should Read Frames of War: When is Life Grievable??
Readers interested in theory, ethics, and politics, especially those who appreciated Precarious Life by Butler or On Violence by Arendt, will be drawn to Frames of War. These readers seek to explore how media and power influence our perception of which lives are grievable and are typically engaged with contemporary social justice issues.
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Book • Nonfiction
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Philosophy2009
Adult
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