Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World

This thought-provoking book offers a comprehensive exploration of cultural criticism, examining ideas across literature, anthropology, religion, and psychoanalysis. Through a dialogue with psychiatrists, it delves into the concept of mimesis—how human rivalry and imitation can lead to collective violence and social cohesion through scapegoating and ritual. Widely regarded as a pivotal summary of Girard’s theories, it challenges conventional perspectives and addresses complex social issues such as violence and anti-Semitism without relying solely on biblical analysis.