Recalcati, Massimo
Cain's Act
- ISBN 13:
- 9781787703971
- author:
- Recalcati, Massimo
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Europa Compass
- language:
- English
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.5 centimetres (0.22 kg)
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Religious,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Cain's Act by Massimo Recalcati is an urgent reflection on violence, morality and our relationship with others. It explores how delusions of self-sufficiency and individual perfection can lead to fear and violence in society. The author argues that true completeness can only be achieved through others, not despite them. This idea is central to the story of Cain and Abel, which serves as a powerful lens through which to examine human history and life in a society. This thought-provoking essay shows how psychoanalysis can illuminate the roots of fear and violence, offering a timely and brilliant analysis that resonates with our time.
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