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The Emancipated Spectator

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The Emancipated Spectator by Jacques Rancière explores the relationship between art, spectatorship, and emancipation. Rancière challenges traditional views of spectators as passive observers, advocating for a more active role in the interpretation of art. He argues for a new understanding of the spectator's engagement with performances and visual art, promoting an egalitarian approach to the appreciation of cultural works.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring the relationship between art, spectatorship, and politics. It offers deep philosophical insights into how we engage with art and challenges traditional notions of the passive viewer, suggesting a more active role for the audience. Perfect for those fascinated by critical theory and aesthetics.

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The Emancipated Spectator

The foremost philosopher of art argues for a new politics of looking

The foremost philosopher of art argues for a new politics of looking

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The Emancipated Spectator by Jacques Rancière addresses the complex relationship between the viewer and the artwork, questioning the longstanding notion that spectators are passive observers. The book delves into the efforts of modern artists and thinkers who strive to transform the act of viewing into a participatory and engaging experience, turning passive spectators into active participants and reimagining the spectacle as a shared communal event. In this compelling follow-up to the critically acclaimed The Future of the Image, Rancière challenges conventional ideas about the dynamic between politics and art. He begins by questioning what is meant by "political art" or "the politics of art," and continues to dissect the aims and outcomes of the tradition of critical art. Rancière explores whether the fervent critique of image and commodity consumption has inadvertently confirmed the ubiquity and power of those very things it seeks to condemn. He scrutinises the history of critical art and its desire to embed art within the fabric of daily life. Rancière investigates whether these artistic attempts at emancipation have truly liberated audiences or if they have merely reinforced existing structures of power and consumption. Through his incisive analysis, Rancière offers fresh perspectives on the ways audiences engage with art, proposing a radical rethinking of the roles of the spectator and artist. His arguments challenge readers to reconsider the potential for art to act as a catalyst for political and social change, questioning whether the goal of activating spectators has achieved its intended outcomes or led to different forms of passive consumption. The Emancipated Spectator is a profound and thought-provoking work that will captivate anyone interested in contemporary art, critical theory, and the politics of aesthetics. Rancière's insightful discourse invites readers to reflect on their own role as spectators and participants in the art world, making it an essential read for those eager to explore the intersections of art, politics, and society.

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i>The Emancipated Spectator by Jacques Rancière is praised for its compelling arguments against traditional criticisms of the 'spectacle', delivering insightful analyses of various art forms. Reviewers note its unique voice in political theory and its relevance for those interested in the intersection of art and politics. The book is appreciated for encouraging a deeper understanding of art's political significance and the enhanced capabilities of the spectator.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788739641

Publisher: Verso Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Verso Books

Contributors:

  • Translated by Gregory Elliott

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 127g

Pages: 144

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About the Author

Jacques Rancière is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of Paris-VIII. His books include The Politics of Aesthetics, On the Shores of Politics, Short Voyages to the Land of the People, The Nights of Labor, Staging the People, and The Emancipated Spectator.

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