Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings (Paperback)

Paperback. One of the most influential and controversial thinkers of the twentieth-century, Jacques Derridas ideas on deconstruction have had a lasting impact on philosophy, literature and cultural studies.Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings is the first anthology to present his most important philosophical writings and is an indispensable resource for all students and readers of his work. Barry Stockers clear and helpful introductions set each reading in context, making the volume an ideal companion for those coming to Derridas writings for the first time. The selections themselves range from his most infamous works including Speech and Phenomena and Writing and Difference to lesser known discussion on aesthetics, ethics and politics. Covering the early and later works of Derrida, this anthology is the first to bring together his most important writings in one place. Each section contains a helpful introduction that contextualizes and explains the difficult parts of his work. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…