by Pierre Boutang, George Steiner · Destino · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788423324149
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In 'Dialogues on the Myth of Antigone and the Sacrifice of Abraham,' Pierre Boutang and George Steiner explore profound themes of ethics, politics, and religion through the lens of two archetypal figures. This book offers a philosophical and critical discussion that intertwines scholarly references with contemporary issues, demonstrating the relevance of culture in understanding reality. The authors, from different perspectives, a liberal Jew and a Maurrasian Catholic, examine the meaning of sacrifice and the importance of the Nazi Holocaust, inviting reflection on the human condition and the values that sustain it.
Francis George Steiner, FBA was a French and American literary critic, essayist, philosopher, novelist and educator. He wrote extensively about the relationship between language, literature and society, as well as the impact of the Holocaust. A 2001 article in The Guardian described Steiner as a "polyglot and polymath".
