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Book Synopsis: This essay collection by the revered public intellectual displays his “profound erudition, lively wit, and passion for ideas of all shapes and sizes” (Booklist). In these fourteen essays, Umberto Eco examines many of the ideas that have inspired his provocative and illuminating fiction. From the title essay—a disquisition of the notion that every country needs an enemy—he takes readers on an exploration of lost islands, mythical realms, and the medieval world. His topics range from indignant reviews of James Joyce’s Ulysses by fascist journalists, to an examination of Saint Thomas Aquinas’s notions about the soul of an unborn child, to censorship, violence and WikiLeaks. Here are essays full of passion, curiosity, and probing intellect by one of the world’s most esteemed scholars and critically acclaimed, best-selling novelists. “True wit and wisdom coexist with fierce scholarship inside Umberto Eco, a writer who actually knows a thing or two about being truly human.” — Buffalo News
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Discover the brilliant mind of Umberto Eco with "Inventing the Enemy: Essays." Dive into this captivating essay collection that showcases Eco's profound erudition, lively wit, and passion for ideas of all shapes and sizes. Explore lost islands, mythical realms, and the medieval world as Eco takes you on an intellectual journey like no other!
Uncover the thought-provoking essays in this collection that delve into a wide range of topics, from indignant reviews of James Joyce's Ulysses to examinations of Saint Thomas Aquinas's notions about the soul of an unborn child. Eco's essays are filled with passion, curiosity, and probing intellect, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in world-class scholarship and critically acclaimed literature.
Immerse yourself in the world of Umberto Eco and experience true wit, wisdom, and fierce scholarship as he delves into complex issues such as censorship, violence, and WikiLeaks. Eco's writing transcends boundaries and offers readers a unique perspective on humanity that is both enlightening and thought-provoking. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the mind of one of the world's most esteemed scholars and best-selling novelists!
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