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Points . .: Interviews, 1974-1994

This book is a compilation of interviews conducted between 1974 and 1994, offering insights into the thoughts and experiences of the interviewees over the course of two decades. more

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Jacques Derrida
Jacques Derrida

Jacques Derrida (July 15, 1930 - October 9, 2004) was one of the most important philosophers of the 20th century. His deconstructive philosophy had a profound impact on postmodernism, cultural studies, and literary theory. more

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