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Johann Michel

    Quand le social vient au sens
    The Reparable and the Irreparable
    Homo Interpretans
    Ricoeur and the Post-Structuralists
    • 2023

      The Reparable and the Irreparable

      Being Human in the Age of Vulnerability

      • 254 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the concepts of repair and reparation reveals insights into human vulnerability, moral fallibility, and social incompleteness. The book delves into how these themes highlight our innate shortcomings while also showcasing the capabilities we possess to address and overcome them. It emphasizes that the essence of repair and reparation is rooted in the human experience of finitude, offering a profound understanding of our shared struggles and resilience.

      The Reparable and the Irreparable
    • 2019

      Homo Interpretans

      Towards a Transformation of Hermeneutics

      • 316 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Engaging with philosophy, sociology, and anthropology, this innovative work by Johann Michel explores the complexities of human interpretation. It provides a systematic analysis that delves into how individuals understand and make sense of their experiences, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of this phenomenon. Michel's reflections aim to deepen the reader's understanding of what it means to be human through the lens of interpretation.

      Homo Interpretans
    • 2014

      Ricoeur and the Post-Structuralists

      Bourdieu, Derrida, Deleuze, Foucault, Castoriadis

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The examination of Ricoeur's philosophy reveals its connections and contrasts with significant contemporary French philosophers such as Bourdieu, Derrida, Deleuze, Foucault, and Castoriadis. Through this comparative analysis, the book highlights the unique contributions of Ricoeur to philosophical discourse and situates his ideas within the broader landscape of modern thought, offering insights into the interplay between his work and that of his contemporaries.

      Ricoeur and the Post-Structuralists