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Scripturalectics: The Management of Meaning

Name: Scripturalectics: The Management of Meaning
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Book Synopsis: In this book, Vincent Wimbush seeks to problematize what we call "scriptures," a word first used to refer simply to "things written," the registration of basic information. In the modern world, the word came to be associated almost exclusively with the center- and power-defining "sacred" texts of "world religions." Wimbush argues that this narrowing of the valence of the term was a decisive development for western culture. His purpose is to reconsider the initially broad and politically charged use of the term. "Scriptures" are excavated not merely as texts to be read but understood as discourse: as mimetic rituals and practices, as ideologically-charged orientations to and prescribed behaviors in the world, as structures of relationships and social formations, as forms of communication. Wimbush is naming and constructing a new transdisciplinary critical project, which uses the historical and modern experiences of the Black Atlantic as resources for framing, categorization, and analysis. Using Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart as a touchstone, each chapter offers a close reading and analysis of a representative moment in the formation of the Black Atlantic, regarded as part of a history of modern human consciousness and conscientization. Such a history, Wimbush says, is reflected in the major turns in what he calls scripturalectics, part of the construction of the modern world, defined as efforts to manage or control knowledge and meaning.

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Unlock the power of language with Scripturalectics: The Management of Meaning Book! Vincent Wimbush takes you on a transformative journey as he challenges the conventional notion of "scriptures." No longer confined to sacred texts alone, Wimbush invites you to dig deeper and uncover the profound discourse that scriptures represent. By delving into mimetic rituals, ideological orientations, and social formations, this groundbreaking book unveils the complex web of relationships between scripturalectics and human consciousness. Whether you're a scholar, a student, or simply curious about the world, this transdisciplinary critical project is an indispensable resource for understanding the world's diverse cultural fabric.

Why settle for a narrow perspective when you can broaden your understanding of scriptures? Scripturalectics places the Black Atlantic at the heart of its analysis, offering valuable insights from its historical and modern experiences. Vincent Wimbush's expertise shines through as he skillfully weaves together complex themes using Chinua Achebe's masterpiece, Things Fall Apart, as a guiding light. Each chapter presents a thought-provoking close reading, deepening your appreciation of the formation of the Black Atlantic and its relation to the evolution of human consciousness.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of intellectual exploration? Scripturalectics invites you to witness the major turns in scripturalectics, a fundamental aspect of shaping the modern world and its pursuit of knowledge and meaning. Gain a fresh perspective and develop a critical framework through Wimbush's meticulous research and analysis. Equip yourself with the tools to engage in meaningful conversations and contribute to a more inclusive understanding of diverse cultural narratives.

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