Agamben, Giorgio
The Adventure (The Adventure)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262037594
- author:
- Agamben, Giorgio
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 104
- Dimensions:
- 14.99 x 12.19 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Giorgio Agamben's latest work is a thought-provoking exploration of human existence. He charts a journey that spans poetry and philosophy, tracing connections between medieval legends and modern thought. Agamben examines the four gods of ancient legend - Demon, Chance, Love, and Necessity - who preside over the birth of every human being. He suggests that accepting these deities is essential to living an adventurous life, one that is profound in its experience. This book presents a compelling case for the importance of embracing uncertainty and chance as fundamental aspects of our existence. In this concise and poetic work, Agamben also introduces the elusive figure of Elpis, Hope, who remains in Pandora's box, already satisfied. Here, he offers a unique perspective on hope as the ultimate gift of human adventure on Earth.
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