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René Girard

Category Philosophy
Publication Year 2023
Cover Type Paperback
Type Non Fiction
Reading Level Introductory
Language English

ISBN 9780241543238

Rs. 1,118

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All Desire is a Desire for Being
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All Desire is a Desire for Being

By René Girard, Cynthia L. Haven · Published by Penguin Books

Who it's for: Readers interested in philosophy, particularly Girard's thought

Cynthia L. Haven's All Desire Is a Desire for Being explores the philosophical work of René Girard. This book examines Girard's groundbreaking theories on mimetic desire, violence, and human behavior, presenting his complex ideas on how desire shapes identity and culture.Why You Should Read? Understand René Girard’s profound theories on mimetic desire and human behavior. Gain insight into the roots of desire and its influence on identity and culture. Discover connections between Girard's ideas and fields like literature, sociology, and theology. Read an accessible blend of biography and philosophical analysis by Cynthia L. Haven.

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  • Examines Girard's groundbreaking theories on mimetic desire and violence.
  • Presents complex ideas on how desire shapes identity and culture.
  • Connects Girard's ideas to literature, sociology, and theology.
  • Accessible blend of biography and philosophical analysis.

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Mimetic desire · Violence · Human behavior · Identity · Culture

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Category Philosophy
Author René Girard, Cynthia L. Haven
Publisher Penguin Books
ISBN 9780241543238
Publication Year 2023
Cover Type Paperback
Type Non Fiction
Reading Level Introductory
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000055717

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Questions about this book

What is the main focus of this book?

The book explores René Girard's philosophical work, focusing on his theories of mimetic desire, violence, and human behavior.

Who is the author?

Cynthia L. Haven, who provides an accessible blend of biography and philosophical analysis.

Does the book connect Girard's ideas to other fields?

Yes, it discusses connections to literature, sociology, and theology.

Is this book suitable for readers new to Girard?

Yes, it presents his complex ideas in an accessible way, making it suitable for those new to his thought.