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Focusing on the role of intellectuals in contemporary culture and politics, the book critiques the effectiveness of public intellectuals, a term popularized by Russell Jacoby in his earlier work. It offers sharp evaluations of notable figures like Noam Chomsky and Hannah Arendt, highlighting their shortcomings and the broader implications of their ideas. Additionally, Jacoby explores themes such as violence, utopia, and multiculturalism, providing a thought-provoking analysis of the intellectual landscape and its impact on society.
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Intellectuals in Politics and Academia, Russell Jacoby
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Intellectuals in Politics and Academia
- Subtitle
- Culture in the Age of Hype
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Russell Jacoby
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 196
- ISBN13
- 9783031076480
- Description
- Focusing on the role of intellectuals in contemporary culture and politics, the book critiques the effectiveness of public intellectuals, a term popularized by Russell Jacoby in his earlier work. It offers sharp evaluations of notable figures like Noam Chomsky and Hannah Arendt, highlighting their shortcomings and the broader implications of their ideas. Additionally, Jacoby explores themes such as violence, utopia, and multiculturalism, providing a thought-provoking analysis of the intellectual landscape and its impact on society.