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Discover the intricacies of the mind with 'Memory Theatre,' a thought-provoking exploration by Simon Critchley. This BRAND NEW publication, released in 2015 by Fitzcarraldo Editions, invites readers into a compelling narrative where philosophy intersects with memoir and fiction. As a French philosopher succumbs to a sweltering heat wave, a mysterious assortment of unpublished manuscripts appears, revealing a brilliant treatise on the ancient art of memory. Critchley stumbles upon astrological charts that foretell the fates of esteemed philosophers, including his own, and becomes ensnared by the enigma of his destiny.
The plot intensifies as Critchley uncovers a maquette of Giulio Camillo's legendary memory theatre—a space designed to encapsulate all knowledge. This revelation triggers a series of mind-bending hallucinations that delve deep into the human psyche. 'Memory Theatre' not only challenges the boundaries of narrative but also engages readers in a fascinating philosophical discourse.
Perfect for lovers of literary fiction and philosophical inquiries, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. Experience the unique blend of intellect and imagination by ordering your copy today!
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Your brand new book will be dispatched swiftly to ensure you receive it in a timely manner, allowing you to dive into this profound exploration of memory and philosophy.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780992974718
Year: 2015
Publisher: Fitzcarraldo Editions
Description:
A French philosopher dies during a savage summer heat wave. Boxes carrying his unpublished miscellany mysteriously appear in Simon Critchley's office. Rooting through piles of papers, Critchley discovers a brilliant text on the ancient art of memory and a cache of astrological charts predicting the deaths of various philosophers. Among them is a chart for Critchley himself, laying out in great detail the course of his life and eventual demise. Becoming obsessed with the details of his fate, Critchley receives the missing, final box, which contains a maquette of Giulio Camillo's sixteenth-century Venetian memory theatre, a space supposed to contain the sum of all knowledge. That's when the hallucinations begin.
'Memory Theatre is a brilliant one-of-a-kind mind game occupying a strange frontier between philosophy, memoir and fiction. Simon Critchley beguiles as he illuminates.' - David Mitchell, author of Cloud Atlas
The plot intensifies as Critchley uncovers a maquette of Giulio Camillo's legendary memory theatre—a space designed to encapsulate all knowledge. This revelation triggers a series of mind-bending hallucinations that delve deep into the human psyche. 'Memory Theatre' not only challenges the boundaries of narrative but also engages readers in a fascinating philosophical discourse.
Perfect for lovers of literary fiction and philosophical inquiries, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. Experience the unique blend of intellect and imagination by ordering your copy today!
Delivery Information:
Your brand new book will be dispatched swiftly to ensure you receive it in a timely manner, allowing you to dive into this profound exploration of memory and philosophy.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780992974718
Year: 2015
Publisher: Fitzcarraldo Editions
Description:
A French philosopher dies during a savage summer heat wave. Boxes carrying his unpublished miscellany mysteriously appear in Simon Critchley's office. Rooting through piles of papers, Critchley discovers a brilliant text on the ancient art of memory and a cache of astrological charts predicting the deaths of various philosophers. Among them is a chart for Critchley himself, laying out in great detail the course of his life and eventual demise. Becoming obsessed with the details of his fate, Critchley receives the missing, final box, which contains a maquette of Giulio Camillo's sixteenth-century Venetian memory theatre, a space supposed to contain the sum of all knowledge. That's when the hallucinations begin.
'Memory Theatre is a brilliant one-of-a-kind mind game occupying a strange frontier between philosophy, memoir and fiction. Simon Critchley beguiles as he illuminates.' - David Mitchell, author of Cloud Atlas