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Offers a comprehensive introduction to the oeuvre of German Jewish writer, philosopher, and literary critic Walter Benjamin (1892-1940). This title traces the development of Benjamin's thought chronologically through his writings on philosophy, literature, history, politics, the media, art, photography, cinema, technology, and theology.

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"Steiner's dual focus on text and context offers a fruitful and illuminating introduction to Benjamin's challenging writings." - Paragraph "The book offers much to those long familiar with Benjamin's reception, as well as to those looking for a sound introduction." - Monatshefte"

Walter Benjamin

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      Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
      Publication Date: 5/30/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780226772219, 978-0226772219
      ISBN10: 0226772217
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      Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000 Western philosophy from c 1800

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Offers a comprehensive introduction to the oeuvre of German Jewish writer, philosopher, and literary critic Walter Benjamin (1892-1940). This title traces the development of Benjamin's thought chronologically through his writings on philosophy, literature, history, politics, the media, art, photography, cinema, technology, and theology.

      Trade Review
      "Steiner's dual focus on text and context offers a fruitful and illuminating introduction to Benjamin's challenging writings." - Paragraph "The book offers much to those long familiar with Benjamin's reception, as well as to those looking for a sound introduction." - Monatshefte"

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