{"product_id":"key-issues-in-critical-cultural-theory","title":"Key Issues in Critical \u0026 Cultural Theory","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kate McGowan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2009\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8131602443\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 166\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.7 x 6.2 x 0.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eKey Issues in Critical and Cultural Theory\u003c\/em\u003e, Kate McGowan delves into the complex questions surrounding cultural meaning and value that define our contemporary world. From quirky references like a man with electric underpants to the lasting global imprint of the 9\/11 tragedy, McGowan engages deeply with critical thinking paradigms and the cultural values that shape our present reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply examining renowned authors or movements in critical and cultural theory, McGowan focuses on why the study of culture is crucial today. She explores essential questions such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat are the 'proper' objects of cultural study?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes something 'art'?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does critical and cultural theory contribute to contemporary ethical debates?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat do theories of 'otherness' reveal about our understanding of the stranger or outsider?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow can cultures challenge their own values concerning race, gender, class, sexuality, faith, and abilities?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is an essential read for students of the humanities and anyone interested in culture, aesthetics, ethics, and philosophy. It provides profound insights into how these fields influence the world we live in today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKate McGowan is a Senior Lecturer in English at Manchester Metropolitan University, where she also serves as the Programme Leader for the MA in Critical Theory. She is the co-editor of \u003cem\u003eA Critical and Cultural Theory Reader\u003c\/em\u003e (now in its second edition). With her academic expertise in critical theory and cultural analysis, McGowan is a leading voice in understanding the intersection of culture and theory in modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50028597575984,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_8131602443","price":712.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/81_VPPSSrrL.jpg?v=1756392638","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/key-issues-in-critical-cultural-theory","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}