The Seventh Function of Language

In The Seventh Function of Language, acclaimed author Laurent Binet delves into the vibrant world of 20th-century French intellectuals following the mysterious death of literary critic Roland Barthes in 1980. What appears to be a tragic accident may conceal a deeper conspiracy involving a lost manuscript on the elusive "seventh function of language." This captivating narrative features prominent figures like Jacques Derrida and Michel Foucault while intertwining literary theory with the misadventures of detective Jacques Bayard, leading him through secret societies and philosophical escapades. With a blend of humor and scholarly insight, Binet presents a celebration of the French intellectual tradition.