Critical Theory and Feeling

This book examines the vital role of affect and feeling within the work of the early Frankfurt School. The author investigates a range of concepts - including melancholia, hope, (un)happiness, objects, and mimesis - and argues that a contemporary reading of critical theory needs to accommodate an adequate understanding of affect. -- .

Aceasta carte examineaza rolul vital al afectului si sentimentului in cadrul activitatii scolii timpurii din Frankfurt. Autorul investigheaza o serie de concepte - inclusiv melancolie, speranta, (ne) fericire, obiecte si mimesis - si sustine ca o lectura contemporana a teoriei critice trebuie sa acomodeze o intelegere adecvata a afectului.