The book advocates for transformative shifts in how we perceive faith, truth, and nature, aiming to address the shortcomings of modernity. It proposes a worldview that embraces both post-modern and post-secular perspectives, seeking to integrate rather than reject these concepts. Through this approach, it encourages a deeper understanding of contemporary issues while fostering a dialogue between traditional beliefs and modern insights.
The book introduces an innovative approach to democracy that emphasizes self-governance, the importance of civic education, and the cultivation of ethical values. It explores how these elements can create a more engaged and responsible citizenry, fostering a democratic society that prioritizes moral integrity and active participation. Through this framework, the author aims to inspire a reimagining of democratic practices that align with ethical principles.
The life story of a German-American scholar deeply involved, over several decades, in evolving intellectual trends and movements and profoundly affected by successive geopolitical events and calamities.
Fred Dallmayr explores the benefits of mindfulness in respect to philosophy and theory, practical conduct, language use, art works, historical understanding, and cosmopolitanism. Students of continental, social, and political philosophy will benefit from Dallmayr's engagement with, among others, Heidegger, Panikkar, Merleau-Ponty, and Derrida.
Still the German philosopher Martin (1889-1976), not Harvey down at the bakery. Dallmayr (political theory, U. of Notre Dame) explores his alternative political ideas, at odds both with traditional metaphysics and with the prevailing ideologies of our time, without getting tangled up in the usual controversy of his adherence to Nazism after 1933. He identifies Heidegger's his views on democracy, public ethics and justice, and political agency and community, and suggests how they might contribute to modern thought. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
The book is a protest against some geopolitical agendas which are pushing the world toward a major global war, and possibly toward a nuclear apocalypse. As an antidote, the book issues a call to people everywhere to oppose this rush to destruction and to restore the wholeness of humanity through the quest for just peace.
This book delves into the concept of non-assimilative encounters within the context of a "global village." It examines the intricacies of cultural interactions and the importance of fostering genuine connections that respect diversity. By outlining practical steps, the author encourages readers to engage with different cultures while maintaining their unique identities, ultimately promoting a more inclusive and harmonious global community.
The book explores the pervasive and often overlooked "culture wars" that arise from cultural, religious, and socioeconomic conflicts in contemporary society. It examines how these tensions, rooted in the clash between tradition and modernity, contribute to global instability. By highlighting the impact of these less visible struggles alongside the more apparent issues of war and terrorism, the narrative delves into the complexities of civic virtue and individual freedom in a rapidly changing world.
Fred Dallmayr challenges the notion of globalization as mere standardization driven by market forces and power dynamics. Instead, he advocates for alternative perspectives that draw from unique cultural traditions, promoting cross-cultural learning and dialogue. By emphasizing the importance of diverse vernaculars, Dallmayr presents a vision for globalization that resists isolationism while fostering an inclusive and dynamic global exchange.
The book explores the evolution of comparative political theory, rooted in responses to the Cold War and the quest for cosmopolitanism, which sought equitable engagement among diverse cultures. It highlights the decline of stable identity concepts influenced by phenomenology and post-modernism, emphasizing the importance of understanding the self in relation to the "other." This ongoing dialogue between self and other remains crucial today, reflecting the continuing relevance of these intellectual movements in addressing contemporary social needs and challenges.