Simone Weil Libri

The newly reissued notebooks showcase the rare personal writings of Weil, offering profound insights into her reflections on art, love, science, and the essence of life. These intimate thoughts reveal her unique perspective and philosophical depth, making them a valuable addition for those interested in her work and ideas.

The commentary draws on recent interpretations of the Iliad and examines the parallels between Weil's version of Homer's warriors and the experiences of modern soldiers."--Jacket.

The immediate and guiding aim of this book is to introduce the contemporary reader to the work and thought of Simone Weil.

The Selected Works of Simone Weil showcases the profound insights of a philosopher and mystic known for her deep exploration of social justice, spirituality, and the human condition. This collection highlights her unique perspectives on suffering, attention, and the nature of reality, drawing from her experiences during tumultuous times in the 20th century. Weil's writings challenge readers to reflect on ethical dilemmas and the importance of compassion, making her work both timeless and relevant in contemporary discussions on morality and philosophy.

On the fiftieth anniversary of the first English edition, this Routledge Classics edition offers the English reader the complete text of this landmark work for the first time ever.

Introducing the Selected Works of Simone Weil

Includes some of her major essays, a selection of her letters and a biography of her work, this collection captures the essence of a remarkable woman who was one of the foremost thinkers of the 20th century.

Simone Weil, the great mystic and philosopher for our age, shows where anyone can find God. Why is it that Simone Weil, with her short, troubled life and confounding insights into faith and doubt, continues to speak to today's spiritual seekers? Was it her social radicalism, which led her to renounce privilege? Her ambivalence toward institutio

In Intimations of Christianity Among the Ancient Greeks Weil apply her unique, piercing intellect to early Greek thought, where she finds precursors to Christianity. This Routledge Classics edition includes a new Foreword by Christopher Hamilton.