The Glance of the Medusa

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The Physiognomy of Mysticism

By Laszlo F. Foldenyi

Series: Hungarian List

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The Glance of the Medusa by László F. Földényi explores the intricate relationship between sight and perception, drawing on the mythological figure of Medusa to delve into the philosophical themes of vision and consciousness. The book navigates the intersection of myth and psychology, delving into how the act of seeing shapes human understanding and experiences. It weaves together philosophical insights, historical context, and psychological exploration to offer a profound reflection on how visual experience influences and defines human existence.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by deep philosophical and psychological explorations intertwined with mythological symbolism. It delves into the powerful metaphors and meanings behind the Medusa and other symbolic images, offering a reflective journey that challenges and provokes thought.

The Glance of the Medusa

Collection of essays that examine the rich history of European culture through the lens of mythology and philosophy.

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In The Glance of the Medusa, László F. Földényi offers a mesmerizing examination of the rich history of European culture through the lens of mythology and philosophy. Embracing the best traditions of essay writing, this volume invites readers on a spiritual and intellectual adventure.

The seven essays bear testimony to Földényi’s encyclopedic knowledge and ask whether it is possible to overcome our fear of passing away. In doing so, they illuminate moments of mystical experience viewed in a historical perspective while inviting readers to engage with such moments in the present by immersing themselves into the process of reading and thinking.

Rather than providing firm answers to burning questions, The Glance of the Medusa highlights the limits of definition, conjuring up situations in which Man partakes of unutterable experiences—such as passion, pleasure, fear, poetry, or disgust—suggesting that moments of ecstasy cannot be pinned down or captured, only drawn a little closer.

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Földényi's exploration in The Glance of the Medusa delves into European mythology to examine human completeness. The book suggests re-enchanting the world, building on themes from his earlier works. It posits that societal spiritual disorientation leads to a fragmented soul, as modern individuals have lost touch with the cosmic order.

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ISBN: 9780857426086

Publisher: Seagull Books London Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Seagull Books London Ltd

Illustration: 8 hafltones

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Translated by Jozefina Komporaly

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 296

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Laszlo F. Foldenyi Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Religion & Spirituality Series: Hungarian List

About the Author

L szl F. F ld nyi is an author, translator, critic, and art theorist. He is professor and chair of the theory of art at University of Theatre, Film, and Television, Budapest. He is the author of some twenty books, and his works have been translated into fifteen languages. He lives in Budapest, Hungary. Jozefina Komporaly is a London-based translator and academic. She is the editor and co-translator of the critical anthologies Mat i Visniec and Andr s Visky's Barrack Dramaturgy.