In this, her most famous book, Weil reflects on the importance of religious and political social structures in the life of the individual.

A concise and lively overview of the intriguing and provocative life and ideas of twentieth century French philosopher, mystic, and social activist Simone Weil. The breadth, poignancy, and prescience of…

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…

These essays do more than prove the permanent relevance of Homer’s great poem. They analyze the logic of war itself, and explore how intoxicating violence defines the human condition.

Philosopher, theologian, critic, sociologist, political activist – Simone Weil was among the foremost thinkers of our time. Best known in this country for her theological writing, Weil wrote on a…

The Continuing Legacy of Simone Weil analyzes the core work of Simone Weil and her views on the nature of the human condition, humanity’s relationship with God, and the objective…

An outstanding starting point for anyone seeking an introduction to Simone Weil's philosophical thinking, and essential reading for more advanced students and scholars of Weil's thought.

Political parties are a marvellous mechanism … If one were to entrust the organisation of public life to the devil, he could not invent a more clever device.‘ Here Simon…