Agent, Person, Subject, Self: A Theory of Ontology, Interaction, and Infrastructure (Foundations of Human Interaction)
$120.98
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Book Synopsis: This book offers both a naturalistic and critical theory of signs, minds, and meaning-in-the-world. It provides a reconstructive rather than deconstructive theory of the individual, one which both analytically separates and theoretically synthesizes a range of faculties that are often confused and conflated: agency (understood as a causal capacity), subjectivity (understood as a representational capacity), selfhood (understood as a reflexive capacity), and personhood (understood as a sociopolitical capacity attendant on being an agent, subject, or self). It argues that these facilities are best understood from a semiotic stance that supersedes the usual intentional stance. And, in so doing, it offers a pragmatism-grounded approach to meaning and mediation that is general enough to account for processes that are as embodied and embedded as they are articulated and enminded. In particular, while this theory is focused on human-specific modes of meaning, it also offers a general theory of meaning, such that the agents, subjects, and selves in question need not always, or even usually, map onto persons. And while this theory foregrounds agents, persons, subjects, and selves, it does this by theorizing processes that often remain in the background of such (often erroneously) individuated figures: ontologies (akin to culture, but generalized across agentive collectivities), interaction (not only between people, but also between people and things, and anything outside or in-between), and infrastructure (akin to context, but generalized to include mediation at any degree of remove).
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Are you ready to delve into the fascinating world of signs, minds, and meaning? Look no further than "Agent, Person, Subject, Self: A Theory of Ontology, Interaction, and Infrastructure" – a groundbreaking book that offers a naturalistic and critical theory like no other. Whether you're an academic, a curious reader, or just someone looking to broaden their intellectual horizons, this book will challenge your preconceptions and reshape your understanding of the individual.
Unlike other theories that leave you feeling confused and overwhelmed, this reconstructive theory provides a clear and coherent framework to navigate the complexities of agency, subjectivity, selfhood, and personhood. By adopting a semiotic perspective, this theory goes beyond the surface and uncovers the profound connections between these faculties, offering a pragmatic approach to meaning and mediation that is both insightful and applicable in our daily lives.
But don't be fooled into thinking this theory is limited to the human realm. In fact, it presents a general theory of meaning that extends far beyond our species. Whether you're exploring the nuances of human-specific modes of meaning or probing the depths of non-human processes, this theory has you covered.
What sets this book apart is its emphasis on the often overlooked elements that shape our experiences. From ontologies that encompass diverse cultures and agentive collectivities to interactions that occur not only between people but also with objects and everything in between, this theory opens your eyes to the rich tapestry of meaning that surrounds us.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to expand your knowledge and challenge your thinking. Embrace the transformative power of "Agent, Person, Subject, Self: A Theory of Ontology, Interaction, and Infrastructure" today and unlock a world of new insights.
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