Extravagant

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Exploring the intersection of poetry and philosophy, the book delves into the works of notable figures like Kant, Wordsworth, Rimbaud, and Nietzsche. It examines themes such as the sublime, visionary quests, and apocalyptic negativity. The author aims to highlight the "extravagant" or "wandering" language used by poets and philosophers since the romantic era, showcasing their resistance to the prevailing social and discursive constraints of an increasingly instrumentalized world.