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Exploring the often overlooked virtue of hope, Terry Eagleton critiques optimism as a mere rationalization rather than a true understanding of reality. He delves into the nuances of hope, questioning its nature and how it contrasts with desire, while considering its potential to idealize the future. Eagleton introduces the concept of tragic hope, suggesting it embodies resilience and strength that persists even in the face of profound loss, offering a fresh perspective on this complex emotion.
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Hope Without Optimism, Terry Eagleton
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- 2021
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Terry Eagleton
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 176
- ISBN13
- 9780813947280
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, True Stories, Religion & Spirituality, Political Science & Politics, Religious Topics, Philosophical Topics, Religion, Philosophy, Politics, Opinion Journalism & Essays, Gifts for grandpa, Education & School System, Theology
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- 3.45 out of 5
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- Exploring the often overlooked virtue of hope, Terry Eagleton critiques optimism as a mere rationalization rather than a true understanding of reality. He delves into the nuances of hope, questioning its nature and how it contrasts with desire, while considering its potential to idealize the future. Eagleton introduces the concept of tragic hope, suggesting it embodies resilience and strength that persists even in the face of profound loss, offering a fresh perspective on this complex emotion.