Gilles A. Tiberghien's 'Le principe de l'axolotl' Explores Travel and Transformation
Published by Actes Sud, Gilles A. Tiberghien's 'Le principe de l'axolotl' is a compilation of writings and visuals, featuring the author's own drawings, photographs, and collages. Since its initial release in 1990, it has undergone multiple revised editions. The collection is divided into three parts: the titular essay, selections from five 'Suppléments,' and two pieces ('Figures') centered on the axolotl, emblematic of change and displacement. Tiberghien's seven essays delve into topics such as the desert (Segalen), landscape (Malinowski), non-places (Augé), distorted narratives (Psalmanazar), posthumous reflections (Paalen), openness (Agamben), and Mexican otherness (Rollof). Reviewer Éric Rondepierre praises the prose for its elegance, coherence, and captivating style.
Key facts
- Gilles A. Tiberghien authored 'Le principe de l'axolotl'.
- The book is published by Actes Sud.
- It includes drawings, photos, and collages by the author.
- First published in 1990, with multiple revised and expanded editions.
- The book has three sections: the title essay, five 'Suppléments', and two 'Figures'.
- The axolotl symbolizes the in-between and constant transformation.
- References include Segalen, Malinowski, Augé, Psalmanazar, Paalen, Agamben, Rollof, and Hocquard.
- Éric Rondepierre wrote the review for artpress.
Entities
Artists
- Gilles A. Tiberghien
- Éric Rondepierre
Institutions
- Actes Sud
- artpress
Locations
- Mexico
Sources
- artpress —