Violence and the Sacred

Explore the intricate relationship between violence and the sacred in "Violence and the Sacred" by René Girard. Published in 1979 by Johns Hopkins University Press, this compelling work spans 352 thought-provoking pages. Girard presents a fully developed theory that positions violence as the 'heart and secret soul' of the sacred, drawing connections between myth and prophetic writing, as well as primitive religions and classical tragedy. Victor Brombert of the 'Chronicle of Higher Education' praises this ambitious book for its intellectual depth and originality. For anyone interested in the intersection of religion, literature, and human behavior, this book is a must-read. Dive into Girard's fertile and combative mind and uncover the profound insights that await within these pages.