086769
New York
1987
15,5×23,5
meki
492
engleski
Cijena: 15,00 EUR
The book, edited by James Peck, is a comprehensive anthology of the political and linguistic writings of Noam Chomsky, first published by in 1987. It serves as a foundational collection for understanding Chomsky’s role as a leading dissident intellectual, covering his work from the 1960s through the late 1980s. The book is structured to reveal the "radical coherency" of of Chomsky’s worldview. The book includes an extensive opening interview between James Peck and Chomsky, where Chomsky discusses his personal history and the development of his thought. Political Essays: Key writings on major global issues, including: The Vietnam War: Influential critiques of U.S. involvement and the role of intellectuals. Central America & Nicaragua: Perspectives on U.S. intervention during the 1980s. The Middle East: Probing analyses of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the nature of terrorism. The Cold War: A dissection of the "Cold War consensus" and how it benefited global superpowers. Linguistic & Philosophical Work: Selections that relate his political ideals to his theories on human intelligence, language, and creativity. The Key Themes are: Responsibility of Intellectuals: One of the most famous sections, arguing that intellectuals have a moral duty to speak the truth and expose government lies. Critique of the "Free Press": Chomsky argues that the mainstream media often functions as a tool for "stultifying conformity" and masking the exercise of irresponsible power. Power Structures: A logical exposure of how American freedoms can mask privilege and unjustified power.
