“If you say to someone who has ears to hear: "What you are doing to me is not just," you may touch and awaken at its source the spirit of attention and love. But it is not the same with words like, "I have the right..." or "you have no right to..." They evoke a latent war and awaken the spirit of contention.”
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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