Exploring a politically sensitive notion of generosity, this work challenges the established model of altruism. It delves into the complexities of giving, urging readers to rethink conventional perspectives on generosity and its implications in society. Through thought-provoking arguments, the book invites a deeper understanding of how generosity can be redefined within a contemporary context.
A guide to the core ideas which structure Merleau-Ponty's thinking as well as to his influences and the value of his ideas to a range of disciplines. It presents the context of Merleau-Ponty's thinking, the major debates of his time, particularly existentialism, the history of philosophy and the philosophy of history and society.
Set against a beautifully observed Thailand of the 1950s, this is the story of a young Englishman's infatuation with a dance-hall hostess named Vilai, who all Bangkok knows as the White Leopard.