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Figure, calling

Exploring the impact of separation and the possibility of unity

Yve Lomax author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Copy Press

Published:31st Oct '17

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This thought-provoking book examines how division shapes our lives and imagines a world where separation no longer exists, encouraging deeper connections.

In Figure, calling, the author explores the profound impact of division and separation on our lives. The narrative delves into how societal constructs, such as lines and borders, shape our identities and relationships. These invisible walls create a sense of disconnection, not only from others but also from ourselves. Readers are invited to reflect on the ways these divisions manifest in their daily lives, often leading to a sense of isolation and fragmentation.

As the book unfolds, it presents a thought-provoking perspective on the possibility of transcending these separations. By envisioning a world where division ceases to exist, Figure, calling challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of connection and belonging. The author encourages us to imagine a reality where barriers dissolve, allowing for deeper interactions and a more unified existence. This shift in perspective can evoke a sense of both fear and exhilaration, as it pushes us to confront the comfort of our familiar divisions.

Ultimately, Figure, calling serves as a catalyst for introspection and growth. It invites us to question the structures that define our lives and to seek a more integrated way of being. Through its compelling narrative, the book inspires readers to embrace the potential for transformation and to explore the uncharted territories of connection that lie beyond division.

`With this oblique series of reflections on dominant imperatives to productivity, management and individualism, Yve Lomax assembles concepts and affects through the urgency of de-activation of use, of property, of atomised collectivity. From `as-if' to 'as-not': calls and responses that turn other futures into an experience of real becoming. Figure, calling is a suggestive and moving book.' Marina Vishmidt

ISBN: 9781909570047

Dimensions: 195mm x 130mm x 10mm

Weight: unknown

96 pages