Richard Kearney Books

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the significant contributions to the concept of imaginary life within various philosophical frameworks. It explores the works of key figures in phenomenology, such as Husserl and Sartre, alongside hermeneutic thinkers like Heidegger and Ricœur. Additionally, it examines postmodern perspectives from philosophers like Vattimo, Kristeva, and Lyotard, highlighting their influence on contemporary thought and understanding of imagination.

Exploring the intricate dynamics of human identity, the book delves into how our perceptions are influenced by three enigmatic forces: strangers, gods, and monsters. Richard Kearney examines the profound impact these elements have on shaping our worldview, revealing the complexities of human experience and understanding. Through this lens, the narrative invites readers to reflect on their own identities and the multifaceted influences that contribute to them.

Engaging critically with Paul Ricoeur's extensive philosophical contributions, Richard Kearney introduces his hermeneutic philosophy and explores key themes such as phenomenology, language, myth, ideology, evil, and ethics. The book is divided into two parts: the first delves into Ricoeur's central ideas, while the second features five dialogues between Kearney and Ricoeur, tracing his intellectual journey from 1977 to 2003. This work is designed for both students and general readers seeking insight into Ricoeur's significant impact on contemporary philosophy.

Richard Kearney offers a timely call for the cultivation of the basic human need to touch and be touched. Making the case for the complementarity of touch and technology, this book is a passionate plea to recover a tangible sense of community and the joys of life with others.

The classic book on how we experience intimate spaces. "A magical book. . . . A prism through which all worlds from literary creation to housework to aesthetics to carpentry take on enhanced-and enchanted-significances. Every reader of it will never see ordinary spaces in ordinary ways. Instead the reader will see with the soul of the eye, the glint of Gaston Bachelard." -from the foreword by John R. Stilgoe 6473-4 / $15.00tx / paperback

Engaging with prominent philosophers, Richard Kearney compiles a rich collection of interviews that illuminate complex ideas in an accessible manner. Spanning over two decades, the book features conversations with influential figures like Umberto Eco, Julia Kristeva, and Jacques Derrida, alongside previously unpublished discussions. This volume serves as a comprehensive guide to the thoughts and contributions of key intellectuals, making it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in contemporary philosophical discourse.

With his remarkable range of vision, the author takes us on a voyage of discovery that leads from Eden to Fellini, from paradise to parody - plotting the various models of the imagination as: Hebraic, Greek, medieval, Romantic, existential and post-modern.

Exploring the profound influence of storytelling, Richard Kearney delves into how narratives shape individual and collective identities. He highlights the integral role stories play across various forms of writing, revealing their capacity to impact both personal experiences and national consciousness.

This is a fascinating look at how human identity is shaped by three powerful but enigmatic forces. Richard Kearney shows, how the human outlook on the world is formed by the mysterious triumvirate of strangers, gods and monsters,

Presses contemporary philosophy of religion toward a new modes of thinking about God schovat popis