Simone Weil on Colonialism: An Ethic of the Other

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Twentieth-century French philosopher Simone Weil's complete writings on colonialism are collected and translated into English in this volume. Visit our website for sample chapters!

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For anyone who wants to reflect on the nature and evils of colonialism and on the morality of colonising the 'other,' Weil's writings continue to provide much food for thought. * Itinerario *
It is now perhaps a commonplace to remark that the 'postcolonial turn' in arts and humanities research has had major impact on what is read and how we read. There is need however, to consider the more complex process of assessment, reassessment and reconfiguration that such an observation conceals.Pat Little's welcome edition of Simone Weil's fragmented writings on colonialism represents an invaluable-and for many perhaps unexpected-addition to these studies in colonial thought and culture.The volume includes a clear and full introduction, the critical apparatus (prefatory notes to each of the individual texts, and full endnotes) is exemplary, and four valuable appendices include excerpts from those texts by Roubard, Londres, Challaye and Dermenghem that seem to have had a major impact on Weil's thought. Simone Weil on Colonialism offers essential source material. It will allow an audience within and beyond French studies to explore the issues that emerge from Weil's engagement with the French empire. -- Charles Forsdick, Univeristy of Liverpool * International Journal Of Francophone Studies *
This excellent collection shows the breadth of Simone Weil's anticolonial writings. . . . Appendixes, chronologies, and a select bibliography enhance a collection that contributes to understanding elements of French anticolonialism in the 1930s. Highly recommended. * Choice Reviews *

Author Bio

J. P. Little, one of the world's most respected scholars of Simone Weil, is the author of Simone Weil: Waiting on Truth and numerous articles and conference presentations on Weil's life and work. She is lecturer in French (emerita) at St. Patrick's College, Dublin.