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Ordinary Affects

Kathleen Stewart
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Ordinary Affects

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

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Kathleen Stewart

Ordinary Affects

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

129

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy

Anthropology

Education
Topic
Philosophy

Anthropology

Arts & Culture
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Ordinary Affects, Kathleen Stewart offers an exploration of everyday life through a collage of vignettes. She captures the subtle, often unnoticed emotions and events that shape individuals' experiences, emphasizing the complexity and richness of ordinary moments. The text delves into the sensory and affective dimensions of daily interactions, revealing how they influence personal worlds.

Contemplative

Mysterious

Emotional

Serene

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

906 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kathleen Stewart's Ordinary Affects intrigues with its lyrical exploration of everyday life, drawing praise for its evocative prose and innovative structure. Its fragmented narrative, while poetic, may challenge readers seeking linear storytelling. This reflective work is celebrated for capturing nuanced human experiences, though its abstract style may not appeal to all.

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Who Should Read Ordinary Affects?

Readers who enjoy Ordinary Affects by Kathleen Stewart are often interested in cultural anthropology and narrative-driven explorations of affect and emotion. Similar books include The Mushroom at the End of the World by Anna Lowenhaupt Tsing for its immersive storytelling and thematic focus on the nuances of everyday life.

4.3

906 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

129

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy

Anthropology

Education
Topic
Philosophy

Anthropology

Arts & Culture
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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