On Freedom: The electrifying new book from the author of The Argonauts by Maggie

Description: On Freedom by Maggie Nelson An expansive, exhilarating work of nonfiction on freedom, by one of the most significant writers of our dayWhat can freedom really mean?One of the most electrifying writers at work in America today, among the sharpest and most supple thinkers of her generation OLIVIA LAINGIn this invigorating, essential book, Maggie Nelson explores how we might think, experience or talk about freedom. Drawing on pop culture, theory and real life, she follows freedom - with all its complexities - through four realms- art, sex, drugs and climate. On Freedom offers a bold new perspective on the challenging times in which we live.Tremendously energising GuardianThis provocative meditation...shows Nelson at her most original and brilliant New York TimesNelson is such a friend to her reader, such brilliant company... Exhilarating Literary Review* A New York Times Notable Book * FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Maggie Nelson is the author of several books of poetry and prose, including the New York Times bestseller and National Book Critics Circle Award winner The Argonauts, and most recently in the UK, Bluets. She teaches at University of Southern California and lives in Los Angeles. Review With insight and intellectual rigour Nelson wrestles the concept of "freedom" away from its contemporary political misuses and explores what it means in the context of art, sex, drugs and climate. * Guardian *Part of what makes [Nelsons] writing so compelling is a comfort with uncertainty... It is a delight to spend time with Nelsons erudite mind. * Times Literary Supplement *Nelson is such a friend to her reader, such brilliant company. Her book is a nuanced, exhilarating rallying cry for all those who are tired of the drab norms of our tech-topia and who long for another conversation * Literary Review *[Nelsons] books vary between an academic or lyrical register, but all revel in the recognition that feeling and thought arent fixed... They encourage a slowing down, an absorbing... [and a] willingness for intellectual and linguistic exploration. * Financial Times *This account soars in its ability to find nuance in considering questions of enormous importance... Once again, Nelson proves herself a masterful thinker and an unparalleled prose stylist. * Starred Publishers Weekly Review * Review Quote With insight and intellectual rigour Nelson wrestles the concept of "freedom" away from its contemporary political misuses and explores what it means in the context of art, sex, drugs and climate. Promotional "Headline" An expansive, exhilarating work of nonfiction on freedom, by one of the most significant writers of our day Details ISBN1529113342 Author Maggie Nelson Short Title On Freedom Pages 304 Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1529113342 ISBN-13 9781529113341 DEWEY 323.44 Publisher Vintage Publishing Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-09-08 NZ Release Date 2022-09-08 Publication Date 2022-09-08 UK Release Date 2022-09-08 Narrator Nicola Bryant Illustrator Wendy Sharpe Birth 1927 Death 1966 Affiliation Clark University Position journalist Qualifications J.D. Imprint Vintage Subtitle The electrifying new book from the author of The Argonauts Audience General Alternative 9781473581081 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139276292;

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