Denis de Rougemont

Denis de Rougemont was a Swiss writer and cultural theorist, known for his works on European culture and the concept of love. He was a significant figure in the development of European federalism and contributed to the intellectual discourse on the cultural and political identity of Europe.

Books

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  1. 1. Love in the Western World

    Passion and the Imagination

    The book is an in-depth exploration of the concept of love as it has evolved in Western society, tracing its development from the myth of Tristan and Iseult to modern times. The author argues that the idea of passionate, romantic love that is prevalent in the West is fundamentally a form of destructive passion, often leading to pain and tragedy. The book also delves into the socio-cultural aspects of love, examining how societal norms and expectations shape our understanding and experience of love.

    The 1960th Greatest Book of All Time