{"title":"Tae-Yeoun Keum","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eTae-Yeoun Keum\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author whose scholarly prowess captivates those interested in the interplay between philosophy and mythology. Known for her insightful exploration of philosophical themes, Keum delves deep into how ancient myths have shaped political thought throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout contributions by Keum is her book \u003cem\u003ePlato and the Mythic Tradition in Political Thought\u003c\/em\u003e. This book offers a compelling perspective on how myth and narrative not only complement but also enhance philosophical inquiry. Keum's writings are an enlightening journey through the philosophical landscape, encouraging readers to reflect on the narrative structures that influence political ideologies and thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are passionate about philosophy and psychology, and intrigued by the ways in which ancient traditions continue to influence contemporary thinking, Tae-Yeoun Keum's works are a must-read. Her eloquent analysis and comprehensive research provide a gateway to understanding the powerful role of myth in the philosophical discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"plato-and-the-mythic-tradition-in-political-thought-by-tae-yeoun-keum-9780674984646","title":"Plato and the Mythic Tradition in Political Thought","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of the Gustave O. Arlt Award in the Humanities\u003cbr\u003eWinner of the Istvan Hont Book Prize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn ambitious reinterpretation and defence of Plato's basic enterprise and influence, arguing that the power of his myths was central to the founding of philosophical rationalism.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlato and the Mythic Tradition in Political Thought\u003c\/em\u003e examines Plato's use of myths—such as the Myth of Metals and the Myth of Er—and how these elements sit uneasily with his canonical reputation as the inventor of rational philosophy. Since the Enlightenment, interpreters like Hegel have sought to resolve this tension by treating Plato's myths as mere regrettable embellishments, irrelevant to his main enterprise. Others, such as Karl Popper, have railed against the deceptive power of myth, concluding that a tradition built on Platonic foundations can be neither rational nor desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTae-Yeoun Keum challenges the premise underlying both of these positions. She argues that myth is neither irrelevant nor inimical to the ideal of rational progress. She tracks the influence of Plato's dialogues through the early modern period and into the twentieth century, showing how pivotal figures in the history of political thought—More, Bacon, Leibniz, the German Idealists, Cassirer, and others—have been inspired by Plato's mythmaking. She finds that Plato's followers perennially raised the possibility that there is a vital role for myth in rational political thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000706842860,"sku":"9780674984646","price":114.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8348343482428.jpg?v=1763299166"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/tae-yeoun-keum.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}