A Crack in the Spirals of Power: Paradoxes of Freedom and Normativity in Dialogue with Arendt and Foucault

What makes political freedom possible when existing dynamics of power shape every aspect of human interaction? How can we break free from cycles of domination and reaction to create spaces for meaningful collective action? "A Crack in the Spirals of Power" offers a compelling philosophical investigation into these questions, weaving together insights from Hannah Arendt and Michel Foucault.

This book explores the paradoxes of freedom and normativity, examining how power both constrains human agency and enables the possibility of new beginnings. Drawing from Foucault's critique of normalization and Arendt's vision of freedom as collective action, it illuminates the fragile spaces where true freedom emerges—through plural deliberation, shared action, and the rejection of deterministic views of the past and future.

In an era marked by global crises, eroding trust in institutions, and the rise of populism challenging traditional forms of authority, "A Crack in the Spirals of Power" invites readers to rethink the dynamics of power and the conditions for political freedom. It offers a nuanced perspective on how we can sustain spaces for human plurality and transformative action in the modern world.

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Release date

Ebook: March 13, 2025