Acts of Religion
'It is a very significant contribution because it enables the reader to know Derrida's personal views, opinions, values, reflections, and judgments on many topics philosophical, religious, and humanistic...Highly recommended for graduate students and scholars of Derrida.'- R. Puligandla, emeritus, University of Toledo'This important collection of essays traces the development of Derrida's long-standing interest in religion into a virtual obsession. In ways difficult to calculate Derrida has become one of the most provocative 'religious' thinkers of our time. Gil Anidjar's fine translation and remarkable introduction show not only the philosophical and theological importance but also the social, political and even economic implications of Derrida's reflections on religion.'- Mark C. Taylor, author ofThe Moment of Complexity: Emerging NetworkCulture and Grave Matters'The most important publication in the area of deconstruction and theology this year ... indispensible reading for the many scholars working in this area.'- Critical and Cultural Theory