The Power of Words

(Author) Simone Weil
Format: Paperback
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'There are certain words which possess in themselves, when properly used, a virtue which illumines and lifts up towards the good.' The philosopher and activist Simone Weil was one of the most courageous thinkers of the twentieth century. Here she writes, with honesty and moral clarity, about the manipulation of language by the powerful, the obligations of individuals to one another and the needs for order, equality, liberty and truth, that make us human.

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780241472903
Publish year:
2020
Publish date:
Sept. 24, 2020

Simone Weil

Simone Weil was a French philosopher, mystic, and political activist. Her most famous work, "Gravity and Grace," explores the intersection of spirituality and social justice. Known for her sparse and poetic writing style, Weil's contributions to literature include profound reflections on suffering, compassion, and the human experience.

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