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2 years ago in Historiography By Shraddha

I’m finalizing a literature review. Are there any essential academic references—articles, monographs, or book chapters—specifically on the theory of Animal Economy I should absolutely include?

My chapter needs a concise but authoritative bibliography. I have a few works already, but I want to make sure I haven't missed a seminal article or a more recent historiographical intervention. Could you confirm if there are any "can't-miss" references from the last decade or any classic texts that are still considered foundational? I want to ensure my review is both current and rooted in the key debates.

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By Suresh Answered 1 year ago

To ensure your review is definitive, you must include a blend of foundational and recent works. The classic, must-cite text is "La Raison des corps" by Jacques Roger (1993), which established the framework for many modern studies. From my own research, the most impactful recent intervention is "The Body of the Connoisseur" by Jessica Riskin, which brilliantly links sensibility to art and judgment. Also, be sure to reference the 2015 special issue of History and Philosophy of the Life Sciences titled "The Animal Economy," as it contains the latest cross-disciplinary debates. Finally, check the citation maps for Georges Canguilhem and François Duchesneau; their work provides the philosophical and historical backbone that later scholarship builds upon.

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