Postmodernism for Beginners - Softcover

Powell, James N.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 086316188X ISBN 13: 9780863161889

Publisher: Writers & Readers, 1998

Synopsis

Although no one knows exactly what postmodernism is, Postmodernism for Beginners gives a perfectly clear explanation of the subject. Author Jim Powell describes postmodernism as a series of "maps" that helps people find their way through a changing world. For reinforcement, he cites views from modern thinkers from Foucault to Guattari. Illustrated throughout.

About this title

About the Author:

Jim Powell lives in Santa Barbara, California where he enjoys surfing, writing, playing piano, and painting. His other books include Mandalas: The Dynamics of Vedic Symbolism, Energy and Eros, The Tao of Symbolism, Eastern Philosophy For Beginners, Derrida For Beginners, and Postmodernism For Beginners. Jim has a Master’s Degree in Religious Studies with an emphasis on Sanskrit and Indology. His thesis was on Vedic mythology. He also holds a Master’s Degree in English Literature and wrote a thesis on Mark Twain’s relationship with the Mississippi River.

About this edition

• Publisher: Writers & Readers
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 086316188X
• ISBN 13: 9780863161889
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 163
• Illustrator: Lee Joe