Postmodernism Lecture Series Begins February 1st

Focusing on the book by Christopher Butler "Postmodernism – A Very Short Introduction,"
published by Oxford University Press, New York, in 2002 (ISBN 10: 0-19-280239-9), the symposium panelists will discuss the chapters of the book, an inclusive, coherent and comprehensive meditation upon the history and significance of postmodernism, and in an attempt to unravel the mysteries of the 'postmodern condition' the panelists will explore the key ideas of postmodernists, and their engagement with theory, literature, the visual arts, design, film, architecture, music, etc.

Sessions will be held at the Student Center, Admission free with ID

FOUR THEMATIC SESSION SCHEDULE:

• Friday, February 01, 2008, 3-5.30 PM
The Rise of Postmodernism and The New Ways of Seeing the World (pg. 1 – 43)
• February 08, 2008, 6-8 PM
Politics and Identity (pg. 44 – 61)
• February 15, 2008, 6-8 PM
The Culture of Postmodernism (pg. 62 – 109)
• February 22, 2008, 6-8 PM
The "Postmodern Condition" (pg. 110 – 128)