“Our science is like a store filled with the most subtle intellectual devices for solving the most complex problems, and yet we are almost incapable of applying the elementary principles of rational thought.”
Quote by Simone Weil
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Selected Essays, 1934-1943: Historical, Political, and Moral Writings
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into historical events, political ideologies, and moral considerations from the years 1934 to 1943. The essays are likely to offer insights into the social and political climate of that era. more
Author
Simone Weil
Simone Weil was a French philosopher, social activist, and writer. Born on February 3, 1909, and died on August 24, 1943, Weil is known for her profound philosophical thinking and her passionate commitment to social justice. Her works have had a significant impact on later philosophers and social thinkers. more
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