The Politics of Exodus

Mark Dooley presents an engaging reinterpretation of Kierkegaard, positioning him as a forerunner to Jacques Derrida's ethical and political ideas. Challenging the view of Kierkegaard as an advocate of individualism, Dooley argues for his vision of an "open quasi-community," which resonates with Derrida's recent work. The book explores the political implications of Kierkegaard's religious concepts, suggesting that true responsibility in politics calls for justice for the marginalized. This analysis invites readers to reconsider Kierkegaard's relevance in contemporary thought on religion, ethics, and politics.