David Hawkes Boeken

A collection of essays, originally published between 1955 and 1983.

An introduction to economic literary theory as applied to Shakespeare, concentrating on the shifting relations between economics and literature in both the Renaissance and postmodern eras.

The deepest and most varied of the Tang Dynasty poets, Tu Fu (Du Fu) is, in the words of David Hinton, the “first complete poetic sensibility in Chinese literature.” First published in 1967, this book presents thirtyfive Chinese poems with a pinyin transliteration, a characterbycharacter translation, and commentaries on the subject, form, and historical background. Hawkes gives us a nutsandbolts account of how the poems of one of the world's greatest poets are constructed. It's an irresistible challenge for readers to invent their own translations.

John Milton emerges as a pivotal figure in English literature, celebrated for his profound contributions as a poet and advocate for free speech. His groundbreaking ideas challenged the prevailing norms of his era, reflecting a fierce commitment to his principles during a tumultuous period of religious and political upheaval in England. Milton's unwavering logic and moral conviction positioned him as a significant voice, making his works, particularly "Paradise Lost," enduring masterpieces that continue to resonate today.

A guide to the myriad definitions and meanings of ideology, this title traces the history of the term and the debates which surround it, from Machiavelli to the present day; asks why ideology matters; and examines ideology within the critical frameworks of empiricism, idealism, Marxism, post-Marxism and postmodernism. schovat popis

Focusing on the ethical implications of performativity, this book critiques how performative signs influence various fields, including economics and personal identity. It explores the rise of performative representation across disciplines, linking it to historical concepts like idolatry and usury. By analyzing the moral dimensions of these representations, the author aims to revive earlier ethical critiques, suggesting their relevance in today's postmodern context. This comprehensive examination sheds light on the interconnectedness of representation and ethics in contemporary society.

Der Risikofaktor Mensch hat technische Faktoren in den letzten beiden Jahrzehnten als Hauptrisikoquelle abgelöst. Die Schadensursachen beim Umgang mit komplexen Technologien reichen dabei vom individuellen menschlichen Versagen bis hin zu wissenschaftlichen Kenntnisdefiziten. Mit den traditionellen prognosegestützten Rechtsbegriffen der Gefahrenabwehr und Vorsorge sind durch menschliches Fehlverhalten überraschend auftretende Schadensverläufe kaum zu erfassen. Anhand des Gentechnikrechts werden die Probleme des sicherheitsrechtlichen Instrumentariums beschrieben und versucht, Lösungsmöglichkeiten zu entwickeln.