Title
Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay
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Named one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern Library
Anne Carson's remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic love Since it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson's lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including classicists, essayists, poets, and general readers. Beginning with the poet Sappho's invention of the word "bittersweet" to describe Eros, Carson's original and beautifully written book is a wide-ranging reflection on the conflicted nature of romantic love, which is both "miserable" and "one of the greatest pleasures we have."SKU
9780691247939
Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay
$16.95
Available In Store
Description
Named one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern Library
Anne Carson's remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic love Since it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson's lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including classicists, essayists, poets, and general readers. Beginning with the poet Sappho's invention of the word "bittersweet" to describe Eros, Carson's original and beautifully written book is a wide-ranging reflection on the conflicted nature of romantic love, which is both "miserable" and "one of the greatest pleasures we have."Description
Named one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern Library
Anne Carson's remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic love Since it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson's lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including classicists, essayists, poets, and general readers. Beginning with the poet Sappho's invention of the word "bittersweet" to describe Eros, Carson's original and beautifully written book is a wide-ranging reflection on the conflicted nature of romantic love, which is both "miserable" and "one of the greatest pleasures we have."ISBN
9780691247939
Publisher
Publication Date
March 14, 2023
Binding
Paperback
Item Condition
New
Staff Reviews:
Elisabeth says: A friend gave me EROS THE BITTERSWEET for my 18th birthday. It has shaped everything that's followed: the way I think, read, love and grieve. It might be the best bookish gift I've ever received. I encourage you to give the same to yourself or someone you love.
Language
English
Pages
208
Series
Princeton Classics
Series Number
129
Keywords
Literary Criticism | Ancient and Classical; Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy; History | General; Literary Collections | Essays; Philosophy | Essays; Philosophy | History & Surveys | Ancient & Classical
