Beyond Homer: Our Common Fate

Description: It is 1970 the year of Marc Chagalls famous art exhibit in Paris. Clayton Rogers Clarke a Virginian has chosen the city as his place of residence while pursuing research during his first sabbatical. His philosophical interests however suffer sudden distraction from an unanticipated competitor: Monique Gibert a writer for a French daily for whom her husband (Jacques-Maria) is the senior journalist. Flirtatious quips and nods soon lead to a passionate affair. While dividing his time between Monique and his studies he meets a fellow PhD also on sabbatical. Professor Carl Sullivans field is the Classics and it is his conviction that humankind has scarcely progressed beyond Homer. Clayton is determined to prove him wrong. Scores of delightful characters in Clarkes pension add intrigue and verve to the story. Wander with Clayton and Monique as they make their way into each others hearts while traversing the citys cafés and parks that Paris alone affords lovers. And ponder with the young philosopher the age-old question of the human condition. Students of the Classics of the Humanities and French literature as well as philosophy will find the authors synopses of Rousseau and Pascal and of Homers gods and heroes of immense help along with his translations of Goethe Rilke and Baudelaires poems. About the Contributor(s): Benjamin W. Farley is Younts Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Religion Erskine College Due West South Carolina. He is best known for his translations of Calvins French treatises and sermons. In addition to his scholarly works Farley is the author of five books of fiction: Quilly Hall Of Time and Eternity Corbins Rubi-Yacht Mercy Road and The Hero of St. Lo. He currently resides in Columbia South Carolina.