{"product_id":"9780826462930","title":"Judith Butler: Live Theory","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eJudith Butler: Live Theory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Vicki Kirby\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn introductory guide to the work of Judith Butler, a major contemporary  theorist, this title includes a new interview with Butler. \u003ci\u003eJudith  Butler: Live Theory\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable introduction to the work of this  key contemporary theorist, guiding the student through the most complex  ideas of one of the most influential thinkers in contemporary culture.  Concise, accessible and comprehensive, the book explores and illuminates  Butler's important and ongoing contributions to gender theory, offers  new insights into the central themes of her work, and considers the  extent of her impact on how the discipline of gender studies has been  shaped. In particular, the book considers Butler's intellectual work in  relation to issues of sexuality and performance, identity and politics,  language and power - themes central to Butler's thought and writing.  Vicki Kirby locates Butler in the context of contemporary theorists and  thinkers and the book includes a new interview with Butler herself, in  which she discusses the key themes in her work as well as future writing  plans. Offering a stimulating and clear account of the work and thought  of this inspiring figure, \u003ci\u003eJudith Butler: Live Theory\u003c\/i\u003e is a key  resource for anyone studying this pioneering thinker within the context  of sociology, cultural studies, literary criticism, feminism and  philosophy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780826462930\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Continuum","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40600487821518,"sku":"9780826462930","price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780826462930","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}