Georges Bataille
Georges Bataille was a French intellectual and literary figure who worked in various fields such as philosophy, literature, and anthropology. He was born on September 10, 1897, and died on July 9, 1962. Bataille is best known for his writings on surrealism, transgression, eroticism, and mysticism. His major works include 'The Story of the Eye', 'The Accursed Share', and 'Erotism: Death and Sensuality'. His thought influenced a wide range of intellectual movements and figures, including post-structuralism, critical theory, and the Situationist International.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Story of the Eye
This novel is a provocative exploration of the dark side of human nature, featuring two teenage characters who engage in increasingly bizarre and violent sexual games. Their actions, driven by their obsession with eroticism and death, lead them into a world of perversion and madness. The narrative is filled with explicit sexual content and shocking imagery, reflecting the author's fascination with the transgressive and the taboo.
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2. Blue of Noon
"Blue of Noon" is a provocative novel set in 1930s Europe during the rise of fascism. The story follows the life of an Englishman living in Paris, who is embroiled in a self-destructive cycle of sexual escapades and political extremism. His journey takes him through various European cities, where he engages in debauchery and encounters the political turmoil of the time. The book explores themes of existentialism, nihilism, and the human condition, offering a dark and complex portrayal of a man's struggle with his inner demons and the chaotic world around him.
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3. L'Abbé C
"L'Abbé C" is a provocative novel that explores the life of a Catholic priest who is caught in a web of forbidden love and sexual desire. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the tormented life of an unnamed priest who is struggling with his religious vows and his illicit feelings for a young woman. This intense psychological novel delves deep into the themes of faith, morality, and the nature of desire, presenting a stark and controversial portrayal of religious life.
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4. Eroticism
"Eroticism" is a philosophical inquiry into the nature of sexuality and its relationship to death and taboo. The book delves into the concept of eroticism as a form of inner experience that transcends mere physical sex by challenging societal norms and embracing mortality. The author explores how eroticism is inherently linked to the awareness of life's fleetingness, arguing that it represents a fundamental aspect of human existence that both contests and complements the domain of the sacred. Through a blend of anthropology, psychology, philosophy, and personal insight, the work examines how eroticism manifests in various cultures and how it influences human behavior and social structures.
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