by Maria Bettetini · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788437620091
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«Breve historia de la mentira: de Ulises a Pinocho» is the essay by Maria Bettetini, published by Cátedra in paperback (136 pages, in Spanish).
A historical and philosophical journey through the lie, from Ulysses' deception to Pinocchio's lies. The author examines how philosophers, poets, playwrights and psychologists have defined falsehood, and analyzes its role in politics, art, science and social life, showing how it has been forbidden, praised, believed and also denied.
It was originally published in Italian as «Breve storia della bugia. Da Ulisse a Pinocchio» (2001). This Spanish edition belongs to the Teorema. Serie Menor collection from Cátedra.
Aimed at adult readers interested in philosophy, history of ideas and non-fiction.
