Review:

Things Hidden Since The Foundation Of The World By René Girard

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Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World by René Girard is a groundbreaking work that explores the role of violence and scapegoating in human culture and society.

Key Features

  • Analysis of mimetic desire
  • Examination of sacrificial violence
  • Discussion of myths and rituals

Pros

  • Provocative insights into human behavior
  • Influential in fields such as anthropology and psychology
  • Challenges traditional views on religion and culture

Cons

  • Complex and dense writing style may be difficult for some readers
  • Controversial theories may be unsettling to some

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