The persistence of the negative : a critique of contemporary continental theory

## A compelling critique of contemporary continental theory Through a series of incisive readings of leading theoretical figures of affirmationism – Jacques Derrida, Gilles Deleuze, Bruno Latour, Antonio Negri and Alain Badiou – Benjamin Noys contests the tendency of recent theory to rely on affirmation, and especially an affirmative thinking of resistance. He reveals a profound current of negativity that allows theory to return to its political calling. 'the Persistence Of The Negative' Offers An Original And Compelling Critique Of Contemporary Continental Theory Through A Rehabilitation Of The Negative. Benjamin Noys. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 176-193) And Index.