Ideas In Literature
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‘Intercourse’: Why Andrea Dworkin’s radical critique of male power resonates with Gen Z feminists
Twenty years ago, the book showed the way imbalance of power is eroticised. It remains remarkably relevant today.
Camilla Nelson, The Conversation
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Slavoj Žižek: What do the ‘celebrity’ philosopher’s key ideas really tell us?
Often seeming to utilise parodic humour, Žižek has positioned himself as a ‘defender of lost causes’.
Matthew Sharpe, The Conversation
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How Francis Fukuyama’s idea ‘the end of history’ may have been misinterpreted
The idea of liberal democracy being the ideal form of political organisation is the primary motif of his book ‘The End of History and the Last Man’.
Chris Fleming, The Conversation
Trending
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How Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina has created a climate of fear ahead of January’s poll
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Why caste divides Marathas as they rally for reservation
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Rajasthan verdict in 30 charts: Poll was closer than results showed, Congress held on to vote share
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Watch: Kathak dancers give unique spin to viral dance challenges, flaunting their intricate footwork
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‘Did Ram say kick out the poor?’ The discontent of the displaced in new Ayodhya
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Our interest in imagining future worlds is dying, says sci-fi author William Gibson
People were gripped with ‘postalgia’ in the 20th century. This is no longer true today.
Andre Spicer, The Conversation
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Can these great writers and thinkers help us understand the current political mess around the world?
The world has not gone mad. It has in fact always been mad.
Michael Hauskeller, The Conversation
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#MeToo: How can literature (and publishers) respond to the problems of gender and power?
It’s not just a question of whether we should engage with the writings of men who abuse power. A lot needs to be done to foster inclusivity in literature.
Jenny Bhatt
Video
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‘This year baby Jesus is in rubble’: Nativity scene in Bethlehem church is in solidarity with Gaza
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Watch: Actor Ayushmann Khurrana joins viral ‘Moye Moye’ social media trend
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Watch: Mahouts inconsolable as they say goodbye to elephant Arjuna who died in the line of duty
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‘What is it that we should do?’: Comedian on fitness advice found online that only causes confusion
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‘Ikigai finally finding purpose’: Comedian Gaurav Kapoor on how books have become home decor
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Radical nationalist or progressive philosopher? How do we engage with Aurobindo’s ideas today?
The Pondy Lit Fest, which sparked off minor debates, was held in Pondicherry, on the outskirts of which is Auroville, a settlement dedicated to his ideas.
Anu Majumdar
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Ayn Rand’s dangerous ideas are becoming increasingly popular and dismissing her is not the solution
Rand’s books, which attack altruism and demonise public servants, are still selling in the millions.
Skye C Cleary, Aeon
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Why Donald Trump’s policy of breaking up immigrant families is straight out of a Dickens novel
Charles Dickens wrote ‘Oliver Twist’ to point out the cruelty of the ‘New’ Poor Laws of England in the 1830s, which separated poor children from their families.
Sarah Bilston, The Conversation
The Reel
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‘Chamak’ review: Exquisite music is the biggest draw
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Watch: A full-length ‘Dunki’ trailer is out
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‘Kabuliwala’ trailer: Mithun Chakraborty stars in latest adaptation of the Rabindranath Tagore story
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‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ trailer: Jackie Shroff, Neena Gupta star in slice-of-life comedy
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Start the week with a film: Russian literature and Kangra painting meet in ‘Kasba’
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Hannah Arendt famously spoke of the ‘banality of evil’. But did she miss a deeper meaning?
For many critics, it is impossible to reconcile the deeds of Nazi operative Adolph Eichmann with Arendt’s depiction of him as no more than a bland bureaucrat.
Thomas White, Aeon
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Ten things Hannah Arendt said that are eerily relevant in today’s political times
One of the sharpest political thinkers of the twentieth century died on this day, December 4, 42 years ago.
Scroll Staff
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Is state monopoly on violence the price to be paid for an orderly society? Two books offer answers
Two new books dismantle the idea that state violence is a measure of progress, while holding out hope for change.
Supriya Nair
The Field
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England Tour of India: Sciver-Brunt, Wyatt lead visitors to victory in first T20I
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Pro Kabaddi League: Patna Pirates, UP Yoddhas record blowout victories in Ahmedabad
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mohun Bagan Super Giant snatch late draw against Odisha FC
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Sun setting on the Commonwealth Games: Is it time to say goodbye to the multi-sport event?
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WPL 2024: From Uma Chetry to Devika Vaidya, Indian players who can start bidding war at the auction