The Sacrament of Language: An Archaeology of the Oath (Meridian: Crossing Aesthetics)
A philosophical inquiry into the origins and implications of the oath as a foundational act linking language, law, and politics.
About This Book
This book examines the historical and conceptual significance of the oath within Western thought.
It traces the development of oath-taking as both a linguistic and juridical practice.
The analysis situates the oath at the intersection of language, law, and politics.
Agamben investigates how the oath has shaped ideas of responsibility and testimony.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this book!