{"title":"Douglas A. Jones, Jr.","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Douglas A. Jones, Jr., an esteemed author with a profound interest in exploring the intricacies of democracy through the lens of arts and culture. His works delve deeply into the pragmatic aspects of democratic ideals, offering readers an insightful blend of analysis and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable contributions, \u003cem\u003ePragmatics of Democracy\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a thought-provoking exploration of how democratic principles play out in real-world scenarios. Jones deftly examines the role of performance and culture in shaping political landscapes, encouraging readers to engage critically with contemporary democratic practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDouglas A. Jones, Jr.’s writings are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of politics, culture, and society. His articulate analysis invites readers to ponder and engage with the often-overlooked facets of democracy, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of governance and civic participation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pragmatics-of-democracy-by-douglas-a-jones-jr-9780226845128","title":"Pragmatics of Democracy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis study argues early African American literature constitutes an abiding repository of modern democratic thought that is lacking in the political philosophy we normally analyse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDouglas A. Jones's \u003cem\u003ePragmatics of Democracy\u003c\/em\u003e reads African American literature, from its beginnings through the mid-nineteenth century, to theorise how persons come to regard democracy as the most excellent form of political life. Jones notes that the aims of democracy, especially consent of the governed and equality under the law, can seem like tenets of governance that humans desire instinctively. However, human nature does not correlate absolutely to politics. Jones argues that political selfhood is formed by \"bodily events.\" He proposes a typology of such experiences that dispose persons toward democratic subjectivity: ecstasy, impersonality, violence, respectability, and care. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfrican American literature before Emancipation reveals the democratic features of these categories that conventional political philosophy ignores or obscures. Given their lives as enslaved persons or the descendants of enslaved persons, early black writers crafted narratives about achieving democratic subjectivity that were missing in other Anglo-American canons. \u003cem\u003ePragmatics of Democracy\u003c\/em\u003e discusses the works of well-known figures such as Phillis Wheatley, Harriet E. Wilson, and Frederick Douglass as well as those of more neglected writers such as Richard Allen, Peter Paul Simmons, James McCune Smith, and Frank J. Webb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47031805968620,"sku":"9780226845128","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20679563482268.jpg?v=1764149397"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/douglas-a-jones-jr.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}