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Exploring the intricate relationship between human existence and divine eternity, the book analyzes Spinoza's philosophical evolution from his early works to his major texts, the Ethics and Theologico-Political Treatise. Jaquet examines how finite beings can partake in God's eternity, while also contextualizing Spinoza's ideas within the framework of preceding scholastic philosophies. The analysis is enriched with a careful examination of Latin terminology, reflecting the author's expertise as a philosophy professor.

Exploring the concept of "class traitors," this book delves into the motivations and experiences of individuals who reject or challenge the social class they were born into. Through personal narratives and sociological analysis, it examines the complexities of identity, privilege, and the societal pressures that lead some to embrace alternative values or lifestyles. By highlighting the emotional and ethical dilemmas faced by these individuals, the text offers a thought-provoking perspective on class dynamics and social change.

Revisiting the generally accepted notion of psycho-physical parallelism in Spinoza, Chantal Jaquet offers a new analysis of the relation between body and mind. Looking at a range of Spinoza's texts, and using an original methodology, she analyses their unity in action through affects, actions and passions.