{"product_id":"9788412543919","title":"THE DESIRED WORD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE DESIRED WORD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Desired Word\u003c\/i\u003e, Mariano Pérez Carrasco offers a fascinating exploration of Dante's \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e, connecting its literary and spiritual legacy to contemporary thought. Far from a mere nostalgic vindication, the author demonstrates that the Florentine poet’s masterpiece remains a mirror for examining our human condition. With elegance and erudition, this essay delves into the roots of Western thought, from Antiquity to Modernity, to reveal how truth, beauty, and love still resonate in the world today. An essential read for those seeking to understand the dialogue between the classical tradition and the philosophical dilemmas of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis essay delves into the \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e as an enduring symbol of human experience, analyzing its literary and cultural context in contrast with the current philosophical landscape. Pérez Carrasco does not limit himself to historical exegesis; he follows the thread of a tradition that, from the classical world to Modernity, has shaped the spiritual life of Europe and the Mediterranean. The book examines how Dante's work addresses essential questions about truth, beauty, and love, showing that these concerns remain relevant. Through a detailed study, the author reveals that the \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e is not a relic of the past, but a living text that challenges the contemporary reader, inviting them to reflect on their own existence and the foundations of our culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLiterary and symbolic analysis of Dante Alighieri's \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePhilosophy of aesthetics: the relationship between beauty, truth, and love in the Western tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory of ideas: the link between ancient and medieval thought and classical Modernity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEuropean and Mediterranean spirituality as a foundation of the human condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDialogue between literary tradition and contemporary philosophy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at scholars and literature lovers, especially those interested in Dante and the \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e. It is also of great value to readers of philosophy, aesthetics, and the history of ideas who seek to understand the roots of Western thought. Likewise, it is an accessible work for the general public with intellectual curiosity who wish to explore how a medieval classic can illuminate the dilemmas of the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA profound and updated reading of the \u003ci\u003eDivine Comedy\u003c\/i\u003e, which connects its symbolism to today's philosophical questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA rigorous meditation on the foundations of Western thought, from Antiquity to Modernity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding the relevance of the European spiritual and cultural tradition in the 21st century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn erudite yet accessible perspective that enriches both the specialist and the curious reader.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn invitation to reflect on truth, beauty, and love as universal human experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEREZ CARRASCO, MARIANO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e MARDULCE EDITORA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e LITERARY ESSAYS, PHILOSOPHY: AESTHETICS, CHRISTIANITY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e PHILOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 423\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Desired Word\u003c\/i\u003e is presented as an essay of remarkable depth, capable of building bridges between Dante's work and current philosophical concerns. Mariano Pérez Carrasco strikes a balance between erudition and clarity, offering an analysis that not only satisfies specialists but is also accessible to readers with an interest in literature and Western thought. His approach, which avoids nostalgia and opts for critical dialogue with tradition, makes it a relevant work for those seeking to understand how classics can illuminate the challenges of the present. A recommended read for any library interested in philosophy, aesthetics, and world literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MARDULCE EDITORA SL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405585310043,"sku":"9788412543919","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841254391.jpg?v=1781828648","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788412543919","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}