

Deleuze and Geophilosophy: A Guide and Glossary
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Deleuze and Geophilosophy: A Guide and Glossary by Mark Bonta and John P. Protevi offers an accessible introduction to the complex ideas of Gilles Deleuze, particularly his collaboration with Félix Guattari, through the lens of "geophilosophy." The authors explore how Deleuze and Guattari’s work redefines philosophy as an inherently spatial and dynamic practice, moving away from abstract metaphysics toward an engagement with the material world, landscapes, and environments. They emphasize the concept of "geophilosophy" as a way of understanding thought as embedded in geographic and ecological contexts rather than detached from physical realities. The book provides clear explanations of key Deleuzian concepts such as deterritorialization, assemblages, striated and smooth space, becoming, and immanence, linking these ideas to contemporary debates in geography, ecology, and political theory. Through a detailed glossary, Bonta and Protevi break down Deleuze’s often dense terminology, making it more accessible to students and scholars new to his philosophy. Their analysis highlights how Deleuze’s thought can be applied to questions of power, movement, environment, and resistance, demonstrating its relevance beyond traditional philosophy. By situating Deleuze’s ideas within concrete spatial and political contexts, Deleuze and Geophilosophy serves as both an introductory guide and a critical exploration of how philosophy interacts with the world in a deeply material and geographic way.