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Name: Pouvoirs de l'horreur
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Author: Julia Kristeva

📘 Pouvoirs de l'horreur by Julia Kristeva

In *Pouvoirs de l'horreur* Julia Kristeva examines how horror operates within contemporary French literature, drawing on concepts from social psychology, anthropology, and literary criticism. The book analyzes the role of abjection and the mechanisms of rejection, offering a detailed discussion of Louis‑Ferdinand Céline’s work and situating it within broader literary and cultural contexts. Kristeva’s critique highlights the neglected terrain of horror in French thought and provides a comprehensive guide for scholars and readers interested in the intersection of psychology, literature, and cultural studies.

First publish date: 1980

Genre: Psychology/Social Psychology

Authors: Julia Kristeva

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