Experience a transformative journey with 'Critical Humanism', an essential read for those questioning the state of humanity. This compelling book by renowned author Ken Plummer urges readers to confront the painful realities of our time and challenges the notion that humanity has reached its endpoint. 'Critical Humanism' presents a fresh perspective on humanism tailored for the twenty-first century, advocating for a plural, open, and compassionate understanding of what it means to be human. The discourse encompasses a rich analysis of posthumanism and transhumanism, encouraging a vital reconnection with the diverse tapestries of life within our shared environment. In a world often marked by division and alienation, this book serves as a clarion call for scholars, activists, and thinkers alike to embrace a renewed vision of humanity. Delve into a narrative that is both personal and political, and inspire a collective movement towards a better, unified future. This brand new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons (UK) in 2021, includes 224 insightful pages that will ignite your passion for human connection and understanding. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781509527953.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509527953
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224


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We live in a mutilated world and our humanity seems irrevocably damaged. Many critics suggest we have reached the end of humanity. In this challenging book, Ken Plummer suggests that such claims may be premature; instead, what we need is a new transformative understanding of humanity.


Critical Humanism critically reflects upon and reimagines humanism for the twenty-first century. What is now required is a fresh, wide-ranging imaginary of an open, worldly, plural and caring humanity. It needs to take a critical stance towards older, often divisive ideas of what it means to be human, while reconnecting to a wider understanding of the rich diversity of life in the pluriverse.


In an age of post- and transhumanist turns, Plummer provides a personal, political and passionate call for thinkers, researchers and activists to not turn their backs on humanism. We need instead to create a vital new political imaginary of being human in a connected planet. We simply cannot afford to be anti-human or posthuman. Restoring our belief in humanity has never been more important for edging towards a better world for all.