Architecture for a Free Subjectivity reformulates the French philosopher Gilles Deleuzes model of subjectivity for architecture; by surveying the prolific effects of architectural encounter; and the spaces that figure in them. For Deleuze and his Lacanian collaborator Félix Guattari; subjectivity does not refer to a person; but to the potential for and event of matter becoming subject; and the myriad ways for this to take place. By extension; this book theorizes architecture as a self-actuating or creative agency for the liberation of purely "impersonal effects." Imagine a chemical reaction; a riot in the banlieues; indeed a walk through a city. Simone Brott declares that the architectural object does not merely take part in the production of subjectivity; but that it constitutes its own. This book is to date the only attempt to develop Deleuzes philosophy of subjectivity in singularly architectural terms. Through a screening of modern and postmodern; American and European works; this provocative volume draws the reader into a close encounter with architectural interiors; film scenes; and other arrangements; while interrogating the discourses of subjectivity surrounding them; and the evacuation of the subject in the contemporary discussion. The impersonal effects of architecture radically changes the methodology; just as it reimagines architectural subjectivity for the twenty-first century.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A page turnerBy Frederick PilotFirst a little background. I attended journalism school at Northwestern University in Chicago. Jack Dykinga worked in Chicago journalism. It is not only a history of himself and his arrival into nature photography. it is a strong history of journalism with a backstage pass. There are tons of advice for photographers. as well. not only on searching out the best composition for a nature scene on foot but on moving to the next level of photographic skill. Technical skills can be learned elsewhere. but this is the place to improve creative skills.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A Wonderful LifeBy Rob ShapiroI cracked open this treasure this morning and could not put it down. finishing it this afternoon. The book takes you through Jacks life from Pulitzer Prize winner to award winning landscape photographer and ending with his successful medical challenge. One story presented told of the emotion brought out by Jack and other workshop leaders on one particular trip. emotions that I quite often feel when I am out shooting. Jacks narrative and photos presented are sure to inspire others to go out and make a difference!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent autobiography. Good insight into what makes great compositionBy James H.Excellent autobiography. Good insight into what makes great composition. And Jacks work is a treat for the eyes and mind.
