Paul Valéry : illusions of civilization / William Kluback.
Paul Valéry : illusions of civilization / William Kluback.
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New York : Peter Lang, c1996.
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G 2013/366
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Language
English
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Physical content
xii, 147 p. ; 24 cm.
Contents
I. "The Comedy of Bestiality" -- II. We Are Tottering -- III. The Love Born in Reason. The Reason Born in Love -- IV. Semiramis -- V. Amphion -- VI. A Dialogue with Eupalinos -- VII. Melancholic Visions -- VIII. The Miraculous Escape -- IX. Gathering Seashells -- X. The Tiredness of Being Human -- X...
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Publisher
New York : Peter Lang, c1996.
Place of Publication
New York (State)
Date Published
c1996.
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Summary
Paul Valery: Illusions of Civilization opens a vast discussion of the meaning of civilization, in particular, Western civilization. It causes us to face the problems of survival, meaning, and ends. This discussion with Valery is unique - never before has such an encounter taken place. The problems are presented with clarity and depth.
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Paul Valéry : illusions of civilization / William Kluback.
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American University Studies ; v. 177.
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c1996.
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G 2013/366
Record Identifier
74Vvx2JLKkOM
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74Vvx2JLKkOM
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ISBN
0820427888 (hardcover : alk. paper)
9780820427881 (hardcover : alk. paper)
DDC
841.912
MMS ID
991016612529702626
