Books by Erich Auerbach
Mimesis
by Erich Auerbach
This book still stands as a monumental achievement in literary criticism. In the book he explores how great European writers from Homer to Virginia Woolf depicted reality and by doing so has taught generations how to read Western literature. I was moved by his searching and yet empathetic discussion of very diverse texts, his daring comparisons, which generated new questions and insights.
Interviews where books by Erich Auerbach were recommended
The best books on War and Intellect, recommended by Peter Paret
Professor at the Institute of Advanced Study views art, literature, politics and war as intimately interconnected and says cultural attitudes directly affect military doctrine. He chooses five books on war & intellect
