New Theories of Discourse: Laclau, Mouffe and Zizek

Preface.

Introduction: Discourse theory in context.

Part I: Intellectual development:.

Introduction.

1. A Gramsci-inspired critique of structural Marxism.

2. The advancement of a neo-Gramscian theory of discourse.

3. Towards a new type of postmodern theorizing.

Part II: Theoretical concepts:.

Introduction.

4. Discourse.

5. Hegemony.

6. Social antagonism.

Part III: Problems and possible solutions:.

Introduction.

7. Structure and agency.

8. Power and authority.

9. The universal and the particular.

Part IV: Discourse analysis at work:.

Introduction.

10. The politics of nationalism and racism.

11. The politics of mass media.

12. The politics of the modern welfare state.

Part V: Political perspectives:.

Introduction.

13. Towards a radical plural democracy.

14. Beyond libertarianism and communitarianism.

15. The contours of a postmodern ethics?.

Conclusion: The tasks ahead.

Glossary.

Further reading.

References.

Index.