Theory after Derrida: Essays in Critical Praxis

A critical anthology that re-examines Jacques Derrida's thought by way of theory and praxis, this volume reflects on his striking legacy and the future of theory. Among contemporary thinkers, Derrida challenges not only our ways of thinking but also hitherto methods of inquiry. This book captures how Derrida questions the fundamental assumptions of Western philosophical thought and exposes the intricate lie behind binaries, such as speech/writing, nature/culture, male/female, black/white, literature/criticism, etc.. A significant contribution to literary theory, it explores not only the status of Derrida's contribution as a critical thinker but also the status of critical theory as such.