Elective Affinities is the first and only comprehensive text that includes the artist's monographic reading and practice of writing, shedding light on the process between his works and life. Dere's monograph is thus positioned as a kind of continuous self-reflection, a practice that has always been present in the artist's works. Monographic content is critical for understanding the conditions surrounding the form and meaning of the work, focusing on the detailed reading process that includes the catalog record of the artist's works and their conceptual analyses. The reading of works as documents and archives plays a guiding role in classifying the artwork and understanding the artist's production practice. Dere's monographic approach expands by focusing on the defining characteristics and facts unique to the artist. A monograph seeks to identify the distinctive characteristics of an artist, illustrating how their education directly influences their work. It also aims to explain the broader impact of the artist's stylistic environment and the "age" in which they live on their art. Monographic readings offer a logical and conceptual justification, addressing the thematic context of the artist, the evolution of their style, and the stylistic shifts across their early, middle, and later periods. An evaluation of the artist's work in the context of their time provides accurate insights into their role as a pioneer or a follower, as well as the artistic value of their creations.