Krevat, Kathy
Historia cultural del dolor
- ISBN 13:
- 9788430624225
- author:
- Krevat, Kathy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Unbranded
- language:
- Spanish
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 174
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 1 centimetres (0.23
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The cultural history of pain is a universal phenomenon that has long been overlooked. This book explores the various ways in which humans have sought to understand and express their suffering, from the gestures of martyred virgins to the masochistic tendencies of some individuals. Through a range of artistic, legal, and scientific approaches, the author examines how our understanding of pain has evolved over time. The book considers the role of representation, sympathy, imitation, coherence, trust, and narrative in shaping our experience of suffering, and how these elements have been used to convey and give meaning to human pain. By exploring the complex and multifaceted nature of pain, this study sheds new light on the ways in which humans have sought to make sense of their experiences of suffering.
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