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Things Hidden Since The Foundation Of The World,New
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An Astonishing Work Of Cultural Criticism, This Book Is Widely Recognized As A Brilliant And Devastating Challenge To Conventional Views Of Literature, Anthropology, Religion, And Psychoanalysis. In Its Scope And Interest It Can Be Compared With Freud'S Totem And Taboo, The Subtext Girard Refutes With Polemic Daring, Vast Erudition, And A Persuasiveness That Leaves The Reader Compelled To Respond, One Way Or Another.This Is The Single Fullest Summation Of Girard'S Ideas To Date, The Book By Which They Will Stand Or Fall. In A Dialogue With Two Psychiatrists (Jeanmichel Oughourlian And Guy Lefort), Girard Probes An Encyclopedic Array Of Topics, Ranging Across The Entire Spectrum Of Anthropology, Psychoanalysis, And Cultural Production.Girard'S Point O Departure Is What He Calles 'Mimesis,' The Conflict That Arises When Human Rivals Compete To Differentiate Themselves From Each Other, Yet Succeed Only In Becoming More And More Alike. At Certain Points In The Life Of A Society, According To Girard, This Mimetic Conflict Erupts Into A Crisis In Which All Difference Dissolves In Indiscriminate Violence. In Primitive Societies, Such Crises Were Resolved By The 'Scapegoating Mechanism,' In Which The Community, En Masse, Turned On An Unpremeditated Victim. The Repression Of This Collective Murder And Its Repetition In Ritual Sacrifice Then Formed The Foundations Of Both Religion And The Restored Social Order.How Does Christianity, At Once The Most 'Sacrificial' Of Religions And A Faith With A Nonviolent Ideology, Fit Into This Scheme? Girard Grants Freud'S Point, In Totem And Taboo, That Christianity Is Similar To Primitive Religion, But Only To Refute Freudif Christ Is Sacrificed, Girard Argues, It Is Not Becuase God Willed It, But Becaus Ehuman Beings Wanted It.The Book Is Not Merely, Or Perhaps Not Mainly, Biblical Exegesis, For Within Its Scope Fall Some Of The Most Vexing Problems Of Social Historythe Paradox That Violance Has Social Efficacy, The Function Of The Scapegoat, The Mechanism Of Antisemitism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the concept of 'mimesis' and how conflicts arise when individuals try to distinguish themselves, ultimately leading to violence and the scapegoating mechanism in society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what are his credentials? A: The author of the book is René Girard, a prominent cultural critic and theorist known for his work in literature, anthropology, and psychoanalysis.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 470 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Girard's theories and cultural critiques.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World'? A: The book was published on June 1, 1987.
- Q: Is this book a good fit for someone interested in psychology or anthropology? A: Yes, this book is highly relevant for readers interested in psychology and anthropology, as it delves into the interplay between cultural practices, human behavior, and social dynamics.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is available as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is still legible and useful for readers.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Does the book include discussions on Christianity? A: Yes, the book discusses Christianity in relation to Girard's theories, particularly how it contrasts with primitive religions and the concept of sacrifice.
- Q: What makes this book significant in the field of cultural criticism? A: The book is considered significant because it challenges conventional views across multiple disciplines, offering a radical critique of literature, religion, and anthropology through Girard's unique perspectives.
- Q: Is there an edition of the book that is more recommended for first-time readers? A: The First Edition is the only edition available, and it provides a foundational understanding of Girard's ideas, making it suitable for first-time readers.