All Desire Is a Desire for Being

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A new selection of foundational works from the influential philosopher who developed the theory of mimetic desire

Rene Girard eludes easy categories, bridging the fields of literary criticism, anthropology, sociology, history, religion and theology. Influencing such writers as J. M. Coetzee and Milan Kundera, his insight into contagious violence looks ever more prophetic and relevant seven years after his death. In many ways he is the thinker for our modern world of social media and herd behaviour.

In this newly selected collection of writings, Cynthia L. Haven has created an approachable anthology of his work, addressing Girard's thoughts on the nature of desire, human imitation and rivalry, the causes of conflict and violence, the deep structure of religion and cultural subjects like opera and theatre.

Girard spoke to his times in language that was engaging, accessible and often controversial. A long-time friend and colleague, Haven shines a spotlight on his role as a public intellectual and profound theorist, inviting a new generation to his corpus.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9780241543238
Published: June 2023

Number of pages: 336
Width: 129 mm
Height: 198 mm
Depth: 19 mm

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd