Gilles Deleuze
17 books
About the Author
Gilles Deleuze (1925-1995) was a French philosopher whose innovative ideas reshaped contemporary thought, blending rigorous analysis with creative conceptual invention. Emerging from the post-war intellectual scene in Paris, Deleuze's work spanned metaphysics, aesthetics, and political theory, often in dialogue with thinkers like Spinoza, Nietzsche, and Bergson. His collaborations, notably with Félix Guattari on 'Anti-Oedipus' and 'A Thousand Plateaus,' introduced rhizomatic structures and desiring-machines that challenged traditional hierarchies. Deleuze's solo explorations, such as 'Difference and Repetition' and 'The Logic of Sense,' delved into the multiplicities of being and the play of signs, influencing fields from film theory to postcolonial studies. A professor at the University of Paris VIII, he remained a provocative voice until his death, leaving a legacy of philosophical experimentation that continues to inspire interdisciplinary scholarship.
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Books by Gilles Deleuze
