French Love
Professor Jan Miernowski
Department of French & Italian
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| The talk explores the unique perspectives on love in French and Francophone cultures through an examination of its philosophical conceptualizations as well as literary and musical representations. It delves into what makes love particularly French, while also providing the opportunity to reflect on an emotion that is universally human and intimately individual. By combining literary readings with philosophical inquiry, one can develop the ability to interpret and comprehend love across its multicultural and historical manifestations.
Jan Miernowski’s research explores the intersection of literature with early modern and contemporary philosophy, theology, science, and politics. His work covers topics such as Renaissance logic, negative theology, skepticism, and allegory, with a particular focus on Montaigne. Recent publications include studies on the aesthetics of hatred, the grotesque and sublime, and the relationship between Renaissance humanism and 20th-century antihumanism. His most recent book explores humanism in posthuman times, and his latest project investigates metaphors of biological life in literature, science, and philosophy. About Badger TalksBadger Talks serves as the speaker’s bureau for the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, and produces Badger Talks Presents, a monthly, themed program consisting of pre-recorded, virtual flash talks and podcast interviews. The series features the latest UW research, happenings, and information and reflects the tradition of the Wisconsin Idea — to extend the resources of the University to the people of Wisconsin. Badger Talks are supported by a grant from the Wisconsin Foundation & Alumni Association, and donations from friends and fans like you. |