The Latinx Philosophy Reader showcases a wide range of significant
philosophical works about Latinx people and their experiences,
displaying the breadth, distinctiveness, originality, and diversity of
Latinx philosophy. Readings include discussions of what it is like to
be perceived as undocumented, ethical quagmires affecting those who
interpret for their family members, the difficulty of pursuing career
success without compromising one’s cultural identity and values, the
nature of citizenship, disputes about labels, the significance of
language, and debates about the nature of Latinx identity. The
editors’ detailed introduction orients readers with an overview of
the origins of the field of Latinx philosophy, a guide to terminology,
and a history of the idea of Latinx identity in the United States. The
volume’s 35 readings are made up of both widely read and cited
articles from journals and books and newly commissioned contributions
from the leading voices in the field. All of them are organized into
seven thematic units in contemporary Latinx philosophy: Social
Identity Mestizaje and Indigeneity Cross-Cultural Challenges
Epistemology, Phenomenology, and Coloniality Language and
Communication Immigration and Citizenship Metaphilosophy Each of these
seven units includes its own introduction that connects each reading
to the overarching themes of the unit and volume. Throughout, the
readings provide an accessible entry point to readers who are new to
philosophy. The texts generate opportunities for philosophical
reflection without requiring readers to consult additional resources
to grasp the major insights. They can be read in any order, allowing
for ready adaptation to the particular interests of instructors and
students. Key Features Includes accessible, previously published
articles as well as newly commissioned contributions from leading
voices in the field Foregrounds the explosion of more recent work on
Latinx philosophy, while also including essential classic texts
Provides a general introduction that contextualizes Latinx philosophy
and explains its distinct and broader importance Includes seven
smaller unit introductions that describe the importance and relevance
of each reading in the unit Highlights a diversity of latinidades, or
ways of being Latinx, portraying a range of Latinx experiences and
concerns Provides reading and discussion questions for each chapter
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ISBN
9781040341605
Publisert
2024
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Taylor & Francis
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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