“A creature that hides and “withdraws into its shell,” is preparing a “way out.” This is true of the entire scale of metaphors, from the resurrection of a man in his grave, to the sudden outburst of one who has long been silent. If we remain at the heart of the image under consideration, we have the impression that, by staying in the motionlessness of its shell, the creature is preparing temporal explosions, not to say whirlwinds, of being.”
This book delves into the philosophical and emotional aspects of spaces in architecture, analyzing their impact on human experience and perception. more
French philosopher known for his work in epistemology, poetics, and the philosophy of science. His writings have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy, particularly in understanding human cognition and the scientific method. more
“Sometimes, silence works more intensely than a bayonet to slay a tender heart.”
“You create silent enemies by revealing how much God has blessed you.”
“When you are silent you are again beautiful.”
“How appropriate to have my tongue cut out, when silence has been my refuge and my cage.”