Superpositions Laruelle and the Humanities [Hardcover]

Francois Laruelle's non-philosophy is as difficult of access as it is seductive and alluring. This volume, with its emphasis on relating non-philosophy to the humanities generally (rather than to philosophy in particular) offers the reader a number of ways in - of entries to Laruelle's radical democracy of thought.Superpositions offers an introductory overview of Laruellian non-philosophy of exemplary clarity, rigour, and accessibility. At the same time it demonstrates the force and power of non-philosophy for thinking and creative innovation within the humanities, social sciences and beyond. It is a hugely welcome and indispensable addition to the burgeoning reception of Laruelles thought.This book examines the relevance of Fran?ois Laruelles innovative notion of non-standard philosophy to critical and constructive discourses in the humanities, bringing together essays from prominent Anglophone scholars of Laruelles work and includes a contribution from Laurelle himself.One of the most important French philosophers working today, Fran?ois Laruelle has developed an innovative and powerful repertoire of concepts across an oeuvre spanning four decades and more than twenty books. His worktermed non-philosophy or, more recently, non-standard philosophyhas garnered international attention in recent years and stands likely to have a significant impact on the critical practices of the humanities in the near future.Bringing together some of the most prominent scholars of Laruelle, Superpositions: Laruelle and the Humanities explores the intersections of Laruelles work with multiple discourses within the humanities, including philosophy, critical theory, political theory, media studies, and religious studies. The book addresses two main questions: In what relation does non-philosophical thought stand with respect to the materials and methods of other disciplines? How can Laruelles non-standard philosophy be applied, appropriated and used by other discourses? SuperposilӍ