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Evolution of desire : a life of Rene Girard

by Cynthia L. Haven

This biography examines the life and work of René Girard, tracing the development of his mimetic theory. It analyses his views on human behaviour, cultural origins, and the nature of conflict within the context of his experiences in France and the United States.

Accession 25861 ISBN 9781611862836 Publisher Michigan State University Press
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