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Explore the deep philosophical foundations of deconstruction with The Tain of the Mirror: Derrida and the Philosophy of Reflection. Published by Harvard University Press, this work moves beyond the idea of deconstruction as a mere play of surfaces. Instead, it examines the radical effort to question the very nature of reflection itself. Rodolphe Gasche provides a unique perspective by examining the "tain" - the lusterless back of the mirror that makes reflection possible. This book offers a study of that gritty surface that is often overlooked in traditional discussions. Gasche connects Derrida's work to the history of the criticism of reflexivity in an authoritative way that has not been done before. This text is an essential resource for readers interested in the history of philosophy and the mechanics of reflection. It provides a rigorous look at how Derrida's theories relate to the origins of reflexivity, making it a significant addition to any collection of scholarly criticism and philosophical studies.