Senses of the Subject

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Exploring the intersection of passions and subject formation, this collection of essays by Judith Butler engages with the works of influential philosophers including Hegel, Kierkegaard, and Freud. Over two decades, Butler examines how emotions like desire, rage, love, and grief shape individual identity within historical contexts of power. Her reflections highlight the complexities of self-narration and the psychological dimensions of desire, offering profound insights into the formation of subjects in relation to societal influences.