What inspired Barthes to structure 'A Lover's Discourse' as fragmented reflections?
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What inspired Barthes to structure 'A Lover's Discourse' as fragmented reflections?
Did anyone else feel a personal connection to the different 'love states' described in the fragments?
How does the philosophical tone influence the emotional impact of the essays?