Intellectual Impostures: Postmodern Philosopher... May 2026

The book aims to defend "rationality" and scientific standards against what they view as a relativistic, "anything goes" approach to knowledge. 2. Targets of the Critique

The article was published, which Sokal argued showed that the journal’s editors lacked scientific rigor and were willing to publish nonsense as long as it used the right postmodern jargon. 4. Key Takeaways Intellectual Impostures: postmodern philosopher...

Critiqued for misuse of mathematical concepts like topology. The book aims to defend "rationality" and scientific

Intellectual Impostures followed the 1996 "Sokal Affair," where Alan Sokal submitted a parody article, to the cultural studies journal Social Text . Sokal and Bricmont aimed to demonstrate that several

Sokal and Bricmont aimed to demonstrate that several prominent intellectuals abused scientific concepts (from physics, mathematics, and biology) by using them out of context, inaccurately, or as meaningless metaphors.

Critiqued for using chaotic concepts and mathematical jargon in social theory.

The book highlights specific, quoted passages from several prominent intellectuals, including:

Campus Cultural Centers

Kupferberg Holocaust Center (KHC)Opens in a new window
Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

Queensborough Performing Arts Center
QPAC: Performing Arts Center

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

Queensborough Art GalleryOpens in a new window
QCC Art GalleryOpens in a new window

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.