Violent Origins by Robert G Hamerton-Kelly

Violent Origins by Robert G Hamerton-Kelly

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Violent Origins by Robert G Hamerton-Kelly

Includes papers and conversations that derive from a conference that pursued the possibility and utility of a general theory of religion and culture, especially one based on violence.
'This fascinating book is the result of a conference that brought together, for the purpose of debate and dialogue, the authors of some of the most important, current theories about the origins and meaning of sacrifice.. This isa high-powered look at the topic by the scholars generating the approaches being taken today.' Choice
Walter Burkert is Professor Emeritus of Classical Philology at the University of Zurich.
René Girard is Andrew B. Hammond Professor Emeritus of French Language, Literature, and Civilization at Stanford University.
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ISBN 13 9780804715188
ISBN 10 0804715181
Title Violent Origins
Author Robert G Hamerton-Kelly
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Stanford University Press
Year published 1988-11-01
Number of pages 292
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.