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Girard on Violence and the Victim
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A critical evaluation is provided in this chapter of Girard’s theory of the violent origin of society. The latter brings the scapegoat into focus, and a reading is given of Girard’s interpretation of the Oedipus myth. A critical evaluation is given of Girard’s notion of hominization and the law. Derrida’s critique of Freud and the origin as violent is analysed.
Edinburgh University Press
Title: Girard on Violence and the Victim
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A critical evaluation is provided in this chapter of Girard’s theory of the violent origin of society.
The latter brings the scapegoat into focus, and a reading is given of Girard’s interpretation of the Oedipus myth.
A critical evaluation is given of Girard’s notion of hominization and the law.
Derrida’s critique of Freud and the origin as violent is analysed.
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