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 reader is overwhelmed and challenged. The problems are presented with amazing clarity and depth.
ISBN: | 9780820427881 |
Publication date: | 1st February 1996 |
Author: | William Kluback |
Publisher: | P. Lang an imprint of Lang, Peter, Publishing Inc. |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 147 pages |
Series: | American University Studies. |
Genres: |
Literary studies: general Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000 Philosophy |