Ranjan Ghosh Livres

The book offers a radical reexamination of Rabindranath Tagore's educational philosophy, connecting it with Western thinkers like Kant, Plato, and Aristotle. It critiques Tagore's views on pedagogy and formal education through a transcultural lens, engaging with diverse thinkers and traditions. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of Tagore's contributions and challenges existing perceptions of his educational theories. It appeals to scholars in literature, Indian history, and educational philosophy, addressing significant political and philosophical issues.

Exploring the concept of the poet, this work examines diverse traditions and philosophies of creativity, revealing intersections between literature, aesthetics, and philosophy. Ghosh employs an innovative 'global comparison' method that challenges traditional comparative literature frameworks. By transcending conventional reading patterns, he introduces fresh methodologies and theoretical insights, linking canonical texts to contemporary post-global issues. This approach highlights the enduring relevance of literary works across different cultures and eras, reshaping our understanding of literature's future.

The author, though not a professional historian, offers a critical examination of contemporary historical studies, emphasizing the interplay between history and theory. He challenges the dominance of linguistic analysis and advocates for a renewed focus on historical experience. The work delves into the implications of history for ethics, religion, and global politics, highlighting concerns about the manipulation and abuse of historical narratives in today's world. This insightful exploration invites readers to reconsider the role of history in shaping our understanding of complex issues.

The book features a dynamic exchange between Ranjan Ghosh and J. Hillis Miller, exploring the essence and significance of literature through their diverse perspectives. Instead of creating a unified theory, they engage in a rich dialogue covering topics such as poetry, world literature, and literary ethics. Ghosh presents a transnational view, while Miller focuses on the nuances of textual interpretation. This work highlights the intersections of various literary traditions, fostering a deeper understanding of literature's role across cultures.

Focusing on innovative approaches to critical thinking, this book seeks to challenge and transform traditional methods across various disciplines. It encourages readers to explore radical ideas and perspectives, aiming to deepen their understanding and engagement with critical thought. Through its unique framework, the work invites a re-examination of established norms and promotes a more inclusive and dynamic intellectual discourse.

"Ghosh introduces the term 'plastic turn' and gives a new direction for how we can interpret and experience the turn today. By what he calls the material-aesthetic, he opens up a fresh direction in our experience and understanding of plastic through the correspondence that plastic as a material brings with the aesthetic that it inspires and figures"-

Romancing Theory, Riding Interpretation reaffirms the need to look into the productive inventiveness of theoretical approaches and the consequences that this might have on our understanding of literature. (In)fusion Approach is one deeply provocative example, pregnant with possibilities. Through an innovative cluster of essays, this book shows the romance that theory can bring into our interpretation of literature within the terrain of Salman Rushdie's fiction. It challenges the conventional, the reified, and the institutional ways of thinking and evaluation, leading to a fusion and frission of critical thought and traditions of ideas. Romancing Theory, Riding Interpretation, in its border-crossed, concerted, and compelling arguments, is sure to find its niche in courses on theory, reading habits of literature, postcolonial seminars, as well as in modules of interdisciplinary studies