--- product_id: 536334253 title: "Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay (Nobel Prize Winner): 129 (Princeton Classics)" price: "$48.80" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/536334253-eros-the-bittersweet-an-essay-nobel-prize-winner-129-princeton store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Top 100 nonfiction by Modern Library 129 pages of rich literary insight 4.7⭐ from 317 thoughtful reviews Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay (Nobel Prize Winner): 129 (Princeton Classics) **Price:** $48.80 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💔📖 Unlock the bittersweet secrets of love’s timeless paradox ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay (Nobel Prize Winner): 129 (Princeton Classics) - **How much does it cost?** $48.80 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/536334253-eros-the-bittersweet-an-essay-nobel-prize-winner-129-princeton) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Critically Acclaimed:** Ranked among the top nonfiction books ever, this essay offers profound insights that challenge and enrich your understanding of love. - • **Bittersweet Love Explored:** Experience the paradox of romantic love as both pleasure and pain, captured through the original concept coined by Sappho. - • **Broad Intellectual Appeal:** Beloved by classicists, poets, and essayists alike—join a community of discerning readers who appreciate deep, reflective literature. - • **Timeless Literary Classic:** Dive into Anne Carson’s groundbreaking exploration of Eros, blending ancient Greek philosophy with poetic elegance. - • **Perfect for the Thoughtful Millennial:** Elevate your personal library with a book that sparks meaningful conversations and introspection on love’s complexities. ## Overview Eros the Bittersweet by Anne Carson is a 129-page essay that delves into the paradoxical nature of romantic love through ancient Greek literature and philosophy. Celebrated as one of the 100 best nonfiction books by the Modern Library, it has earned a 4.7-star rating from over 300 readers. This critically acclaimed work appeals to classicists, poets, and thoughtful readers seeking a profound meditation on love’s pleasures and pains. ## Description WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE Named one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern Library Anne Carson’s remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic love Since it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet , Anne Carson’s lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including classicists, essayists, poets, and general readers. Beginning with the poet Sappho’s invention of the word “bittersweet” to describe Eros, Carson’s original and beautifully written book is a wide-ranging reflection on the conflicted nature of romantic love, which is both “miserable” and “one of the greatest pleasures we have.” Review: As poetic as the works it presents - The beauty of this book does not lie in the adornment of its words but in the power of its insights. It does not give its point away and one needs to read it with full attention, but in the end, it can give you more than an understanding of what the Greeks called Eros, but an experience. Review: A fascinating study on lover's behaviour.. - Nice book- not for all the readers though. I'm glad that i have studied Classic Greek & Latin literature, because that made my reading more easy and familiar. If you are not a grecian, this will bore you. It's not a ''lesbian'' book, it's a literature essay- who happens to analyze the subject of Eros (Love in ancient greek). ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 40,960 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 20 in Historical Essays, Journals, Letters & True Accounts 127 in Essays, Journals & Letters | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 321 Reviews | ## Images ![Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay (Nobel Prize Winner): 129 (Princeton Classics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91xoYTKknLL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As poetic as the works it presents *by A***R on 13 July 2018* The beauty of this book does not lie in the adornment of its words but in the power of its insights. It does not give its point away and one needs to read it with full attention, but in the end, it can give you more than an understanding of what the Greeks called Eros, but an experience. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fascinating study on lover's behaviour.. *by M***K on 23 August 2014* Nice book- not for all the readers though. I'm glad that i have studied Classic Greek & Latin literature, because that made my reading more easy and familiar. If you are not a grecian, this will bore you. It's not a ''lesbian'' book, it's a literature essay- who happens to analyze the subject of Eros (Love in ancient greek). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it! *by L***S on 14 September 2013* One of the smartest and most interesting book I have ever read! Beautifully written piece that will get your whole attention and keep you thinking for quite a few days :D ## Frequently Bought Together - Eros the Bittersweet: An Essay: 129 (Princeton Classics) - If Not, Winter: Fragments Of Sappho - Wrong Norma: ‘I would read anything she wrote’ Susan Sontag --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/536334253-eros-the-bittersweet-an-essay-nobel-prize-winner-129-princeton](https://www.desertcart.us/products/536334253-eros-the-bittersweet-an-essay-nobel-prize-winner-129-princeton) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-11-13*