Nahum Dimitri Chandler Bücher

Chandler explores the foundational ideas of W. E. B. Du Bois, emphasizing their relevance to contemporary thought. Through close readings of Du Bois's early essays and annotations of "The Souls of Black Folk," he highlights key epistemological concepts and the significance of the African American experience in challenging traditional ontology. Chandler argues that Du Bois's notion of "the problem of the color line" reveals deeper implications for understanding modern enslavement, colonialism, and capitalism, advocating for a renewed philosophical appreciation of Du Bois's work.

Focusing on W. E. B. Du Bois's intellectual contributions, this book explores how his ideas can influence contemporary critical theory and political philosophy. It delves into his perspectives, offering insights that challenge and potentially reshape current dialogues in these fields. Through an examination of Du Bois's thought, the work aims to highlight its relevance and transformative potential for modern discourse.

Focusing on W. E. B. Du Bois's 1897 address, Nahum Dimitri Chandler presents a philosophical interpretation that explores the complexities of human differences and the concept of race. Through a close reading, Chandler examines Du Bois's insights into historicity and its implications for the African American identity, highlighting its internal complexities and broader historical significance. He positions Du Bois's ideas as crucial for re-evaluating our understanding of human differences and modern historicity, establishing Du Bois as a foundational thinker in these discussions.

X-The Problem of the Negro as a Problem for Thought offers an original account of matters African American, and by implication the African diaspora in general, as an object of discourse and knowledge.