The Accursed Share: An Essay on General Economy

The hardcover book is in good condition, with the dust jacket showing noticeable wear, including creases and edge wear. There is a handwritten inscription on the title page that reads "Vol I." The binding is intact, and the pages are clean and unmarked.

"The Accursed Share: An Essay on General Economy" by Georges Bataille, published by Zone Books in 1991, is a critical exploration of economic theory and its intersection with human behavior and culture. This hardcover edition, distributed by The MIT Press, includes Volumes II and III, focusing on "The History of Eroticism" and "Sovereignty." Bataille, a renowned French intellectual, offers a provocative analysis that challenges traditional economic paradigms by integrating philosophical and anthropological insights. This edition is particularly notable for its comprehensive treatment of Bataille's theories on expenditure and excess. The book is a valuable addition for collectors and scholars interested in economic philosophy. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, with some creases and edge wear, but remains intact.