Levinas and the Other in Narratives of Facial Disfigurement

Explore the profound insights of Gudrun Grabher's Levinas and the Other in Narratives of Facial Disfigurement, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2020. This compelling 224-page paperback delves into the intricate relationship between literature and ethics, focusing on the reactions to facially disfigured individuals through the lens of Emmanuel Levinas' philosophy. Grabher offers insightful readings of works by notable authors such as Richard Selzer, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Gaston Leroux, Willa Cather, Natalie Kusz, and Lucy Grealy. This book is essential for those interested in American literature, ethics, and the complexities of human perception. Discover how narratives shape our understanding of identity and otherness in this thought-provoking exploration.