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: A key concept in his work is "perspectivism," which posits that the world is inhabited by a multitude of perspectives or points of view, primarily those of humans and non-humans (animals, plants, spirits). Each of these entities sees the world in its own way, challenging the anthropocentric view prevalent in Western thought.

This collection of historical and conceptual essays bridges the gap between colonial history and metaphysics. It is essential for understanding how Viveiros de Castro uses the "cannibal" as a metaphor for radical alterity. In any complete , this book serves as the historical conscience, reminding us that these ideas are not academic games but responses to centuries of violence. Eduardo Viveiros de Castro Collection