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Background: Issues of identity, interdependence, relationality and violence are far larger than the human species alone, although humanity has often pretended as if it alone were the beneficiaries of studying such ideas. Aim: Pedagogically, the complexity of existence beyond human being must influence the traditional humanities curriculum or risk further isolation and alienation within humanity-dominant narratives. Setting: As climate change continues to alter our comprehension of what is truly at stake in the survival of life on this planet, however, humankind needs a complete rethinking of its relationship with the multiple forms of life that dwell alongside it, as well as the traditional division between the humanities and the sciences within academic settings. Methods: It is with this scenario before us that I turn to the work of Bruno Latour who reconceives of humanity's relationship with nature as an interdisciplinary and boundary-crossing project, one that has deep pedagogical implications. Results: I demonstrate how Latour's collaborative and highly original work ranges across disciplines and provides new ways to contemplate research in academia. Conclusion: Latour's thought moves beyond polarising anti-humanist language and towards a way to limit the sovereign claims of humanity, opening discourse towards other non-human participants.

An essay is presented concerning the arguments presented by critics including Slavoj Zizek on the philosophical works of philosopher Jacques Derrida. Topics discussed include the author's assessment of the criticisms presented by Marxist advocates concerning the political theories of philosopher Jacques Derrida and the assessment of philosopher Slavoj Zizek on the philosopher's interpretation of the Hegelian concept.

The article looks at the theology and philosophy on apocalypticism. It states that the starting point for the conversation is the work of Jewish philosopher Jacob Taubes which illuminate the significant trends in apocalyptic thought. It mentions that French philosopher Jacques Derrida cautions against apocalyptic tone of thought in general.