LESŁAW HOSTYŃSKI ON PLEASURE

Discover a fascinating journey through the history and philosophy of pleasure in Lesław Hostyński's monograph. This book is not only a historical overview of the category of "pleasure" but also an attempt to understand the phenomenon that governs modern consumer society. Immerse yourself in a deep analysis of the evolution of the concept of pleasure from antiquity to the present.

• Historical overview of the category of pleasure
• Philosophical analysis of pleasure in European culture
• Understanding the phenomenon of consumer society
• Evolution of the concept of pleasure from antiquity
• Inspiring reading for researchers and students
• Rich internal structure of issues

This monograph examines the evolution of the concept of pleasure from ancient hedone, through the Christian Middle Ages and the Renaissance, to the philosophy of the 17th century and Enlightenment moral philosophy. The author analyzes how different eras and cultures understood and interpreted pleasure, showing the richness and complexity of this phenomenon. This book is the result of deep reflection on the nature and value of pleasure in human life.

Lesław Hostyński, known for his work on utilitarian values and the world of consumption, draws on the historical roots of human experience of pleasure. His work is an original and ordered collection of historically shaped concepts, theories, and evaluations of pleasure, based on philosophical, ethical, theological, and literary sources. The author analyzes how different eras and cultures coped with the challenge arising from the experience of the attractiveness of pleasure.

Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, known for publishing valuable and inspiring scientific works, presents this monograph as a key element in understanding modern consumer culture. This book is aimed at a wide audience, from researchers and students to lovers of humanistic literature. Discover how the uncritical absolutization of pleasure affects our lives and society.

Lesław Hostyński's monograph is not only a historical analysis but also an attempt to understand the contemporary challenges related to pleasure. The author points out that the uncritical absolutization of pleasure should not be the goal of action, and the French Enlightenment libertinism was an exception to this rule. This book is an invitation to reflect on your own approach to pleasure and its role in our lives.

Product specification:

Edition: Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, 2022

Pages: 356

Format: 165x241 mm

Binding: paperback