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The book explores the anorexia epidemic through the lens of mimetic desire, suggesting that our deepest desires are often imitated from societal models. Girard critiques the "culture of anorexia" and dissects the competitive nature behind conspicuous non-consumption, blending theoretical insights with relatable observations. His analysis reveals how societal influences shape personal desires, challenging readers to reconsider the motivations behind their choices and the implications of a culture that prizes such behaviors.
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Anorexia and Mimetic Desire, René Girard
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- Anorexia and Mimetic Desire
- Language
- English
- Authors
- René Girard
- Publisher
- Michigan State University Press
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 112
- ISBN13
- 9781611860870
- Category
- Philosophy, Psychology
- Description
- The book explores the anorexia epidemic through the lens of mimetic desire, suggesting that our deepest desires are often imitated from societal models. Girard critiques the "culture of anorexia" and dissects the competitive nature behind conspicuous non-consumption, blending theoretical insights with relatable observations. His analysis reveals how societal influences shape personal desires, challenging readers to reconsider the motivations behind their choices and the implications of a culture that prizes such behaviors.