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Giorgio Agamben
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Number of Pages
100
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This scholarly non-fiction work investigates how Renaissance writers pushed linguistic boundaries, coining new words and blending languages to challenge traditional grammar and lexicon. Its central theme is the politics and power of language, presented for readers with an interest in literature, linguistics, and philosophy. This educational book invites curious minds to explore how language shapes culture, and the tone is thoughtful, adventurous, and informative.
Presented through close textual readings and historical context, the work marries rigorous analysis with accessible prose and period-inspired illustrations. It treats language as a living, physical force and shows how early modern writers used humor, wordplay, and bold experiments to redefine what counts as grammar, vocabulary, and meaning.
Readers explore concepts such as macaronic languageโthe blending of Latin with vernacular speechโand the way satirical figures from the era mirror the vast scale of speech. The discussion connects these early experiments to contemporary debates about linguistic authority, inclusion, and the politics of communication, helping readers see language as something people create and negotiate together.
What you gain after finishing is a deeper understanding of how language functions as a cultural tool and a springboard for contemporary conversation about authority, inclusion, and innovation. This book leaves readers with curiosity, a refined sense of linguistic play, and a lasting impression of language as a dynamic, evolving force.
Product Details
Author
Giorgio Agamben
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
100
Language
English
SKU
9781803094762
ISBN
9781803094762
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
15.24x2.79x22.86cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 699
โน 665
โน 34 Off