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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 973
EAN: 9780465091102
ISBN: 0465091105
Label: Basic Civitas Books
Manufacturer: Basic Civitas Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 624
Publication Date: 2000-08
Publisher: Basic Civitas Books
Sales Rank: 242654
Studio: Basic Civitas Books
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An anthology of the best work of an always compelling, often controversial, and absolutely essential philosopher of the modern American Experience.
Cornel West is one of the nation's premier public intellectuals and one of the great prophetic voices of our era. Whether he is writing a scholarly book or an article for Newsweek, whether he is speaking of Emerson, Gramsci, or Marvin Gaye, his work radiates a passion that reflects the rich traditions he draws on and weaves together--Baptist preaching, American transcendentalism, jazz, radical politics. This anthology reveals the dazzling range of West's work, from his explorations of 'Prophetic Pragmatism' to his philosophizing on hip-hop. The Cornel West Reader traces the development of West's extraordinary career as academic, public intellectual, and activist. In his essays, articles, books, and interviews, West emerges as America's social conscience, urging attention to complicated issues of racial and economic justice, sexuality and gender, history and politics. This collection represents the best work of an always compelling, often controversial, and absolutely essential philosopher of the modern American experience.
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Rating:  - Excellent Read
Cornel West is an awesome and prolific writer. Unlike most professors in this day and age, he has decided to step down from the ivory tower of academia and reach out to the public. So much of what he has to say is relevant to today, here and now, and to everyday people. Beyond being a writer and a professor, he is Christian.
Here is a quote I love: "Furthermore, if liberation theologies have taught us anything, it is that Christian thinkers must be organically linked with prophetic ... Read More
Rating: - Way better than Noam
West's passionate treatment of the problem of race in America demands serious attention. His point of view has helped greatly to awaken me from my dogmatical post-baccalaureate slumber. His theology is very insightful and heart-felt. He makes a powerful case against cloistered intellectuals, constantly exhorting us, like that one true philosopher of antiquity, to know ourselves. It is the duty of every thinking American to wrestle with the problems of unmitigated capitalism, latent Eurocentrism and ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent!
I truly believe that Cornel West is one of the preeminent socio-political thinkers of our time. Mr. West has the ability to engage his readers without patronizing them and to encourage thoughtful dialogue without lecturing. Anyone who lives in this country would benefit from reading Mr. West; not only social liberals.
Rating: - Cornal West Reader
Interesting and informative, West gives a new perspective on the Black identity in the post era. One has to be well versed in philosophy, religion, and sociological theory to derive the full essence of West's writings. West is truly an intellectual, one driven by commitment, conviction, and love for the Black community. He is truly an asset to the academic community.
Rating: - west is a genius.
if you wish to understand, buy this book. west is a genius and his essays, poetry and interviews are a must for anyone wishing to participate in the practice of diversity. dr. west is, in my mind, the most gifted intellectual in america today - i have learned so many things from the man and his writings. he stretches my imagination and pushes me to a greater appreciation for the pursuit of understanding. i hope you feel as deeply indebted to the man after reading this tome.
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Dewey Decimal Number: 973
EAN: 9780465091102
ISBN: 0465091105
Label: Basic Civitas Books
Manufacturer: Basic Civitas Books
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 624
Publication Date: 2000-08
Publisher: Basic Civitas Books
Sales Rank: 242654
Studio: Basic Civitas Books