In the book, Todorov examines the relationship between the production of discourse (rhetoric) and its interpretation (hermeneutics), focusing on verbal symbolism – the phenomenon of indirect meaning that builds on direct, literal meaning.
Svetovi, 1986.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback with dust jacket.
9.54 €
Language & linguistics • Culturology • Philosophy of language
The famous Serbian linguist and one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Yugoslav linguistics, in this book continues her series of "Linguistic Reflections" – lucid, erudite essays that combine general linguistics, the Serbian language, and cul
Biblioteka XX vek, 2002.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
7.56 €
Ethnology • Culturology • Sociology • Post-communism • History of Europe • 20th Century
A collection of essays by the Bulgarian historian Maria Todorova (known for Imaginary Balkans), compiled especially for the 20th Century Library. Indispensable for understanding post-communist transitions, culture of memory and Balkan studies.
Biblioteka XX vek, 2010.
Serbian. Latin alphabet. Paperback.
8.44 €
Ethnology • Culturology • Political philosophy • Contemporary philosophy • Central European history
In her book, Ece Temelkuran analyzes how societies are gradually sliding into authoritarianism. Through personal experiences and global examples, she reveals patterns of loss of freedom, compassion, and truth in the modern world.
After A Brief History of the Future, Jacques Attali writes a brief history of the present, dissecting the reasons that led to the first global financial crisis, the ways in which it manifests itself, and possible perspectives for the future.