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Giorgio Agamben Examines the Concept of Adventure in Medieval Literature and Philosophy

publication · 2026-04-24

In the November 2016 issue of artpress (n°438, p. 83), a review discusses Giorgio Agamben's book "L'Aventure," translated by Joël Gayraud and published by Rivages. Agamben explores the concept of adventure in medieval literature and philosophy, arguing that it cannot be reduced to a fanciful sequence of events.

Key facts

  • Giorgio Agamben's book 'L'Aventure' is reviewed in artpress n°438, November 2016.
  • The book is translated by Joël Gayraud and published by Rivages.
  • Agamben examines the concept of adventure in medieval literature and philosophy.
  • He argues that adventure is irreducible to a fanciful sequence of events.

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Artists

  • Giorgio Agamben

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  • artpress
  • Rivages

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