
Alain de Botton with Richard E. Grant
The Penguin Podcast
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The Myth of Love: Emotions and Realities
This chapter explores Roland Barthes' impact on the perception of love in art and advertising through emotional analysis, highlighting the misconceptions that arise from idealized portrayals. It discusses the importance of authenticity in relationships, drawing on Peter Gabriel's 'Us' and Jane Austen's literature to emphasize maturity and self-awareness in love.
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