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The Burden Of Responsibility: Blum, Camus, Aron, And The French Twentieth Century
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Using The Lives Of The Three Outstanding French Intellectuals Of The Twentieth Century, Renowned Historian Tony Judt Offers A Unique Look At How Intellectuals Can Ignore Political Pressures And Demonstrate A Heroic Commitment To Personal Integrity And Moral Responsibility Unfettered By The Difficult Political Exigencies Of Their Time.Through The Prism Of The Lives Of Leon Blum, Albert Camus, And Raymond Aron, Judt Examines Pivotal Issues In The History Of Contemporary French Societyantisemitism And The Dilemma Of Jewish Identity, Political And Moral Idealism In Public Life, The Marxist Moment In French Thought, The Traumas Of Decolonization, The Disaffection Of The Intelligentsia, And The Insidious Quarrels Rending Right And Left. Judt Focuses Particularly On Blum'S Leadership Of The Popular Front And His Stern Defiance Of The Vichy Governments, On Camus'S Part In The Resistance And Algerian War, And On Aron'S Cultural Commentary And Opposition To The Facile Acceptance By Many French Intellectuals Of Communism'S Utopian Promise. Severely Maligned By Powerful Critics And Rivals, Each Of These Exemplary Figures Stood Fast In Their Principles And Eventually Won Some Measure Of Personal And Public Redemption.Judt Constructs A Compelling Portrait Of Modern French Intellectual Life And Politics. He Challenges The Conventional Account Of The Role Of Intellectuals Precisely Because They Mattered In France, Because They Could Shape Public Opinion And Influence Policy. In Blum, Camus, And Aron, Judt Finds Three Very Different Men Who Did Not Simply Play The Role, But Evinced A Courage And A Responsibility In Public Life That Far Outshone Their Contemporaries.An Eloquent And Instructive Study Of Intellectual Courage In The Face Of What The Author Persuasively Describes As Intellectual Irresponsibility.Richard Bernstein, New York Times
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Burden of Responsibility'? A: The main theme of 'The Burden of Responsibility' is an exploration of the lives and intellectual contributions of Leon Blum, Albert Camus, and Raymond Aron, focusing on their moral integrity and commitment to political responsibility amidst challenging political climates in France.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Burden of Responsibility' is Tony Judt, a renowned historian known for his insights into modern French history and intellectual life.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 1, 2007, and is considered a new edition.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 204 pages, providing a concise yet comprehensive examination of the lives of the three intellectuals.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Burden of Responsibility' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic studies, especially in fields related to history, political science, and philosophy, as it offers critical insights into 20th-century French thought.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various topics including antisemitism, Jewish identity, political idealism, the Marxist moment, and the cultural commentary of the three intellectuals during significant historical events.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: This book is unique in its in-depth analysis of how intellectuals like Blum, Camus, and Aron maintained their principles and responsibilities during politically tumultuous times, contrasting with the prevalent intellectual irresponsibility of their era.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding contemporary politics? A: Yes, 'The Burden of Responsibility' can help readers understand contemporary politics by examining the historical context and principles of influential intellectuals, shedding light on the ongoing relevance of their ideas.
- Q: Is 'The Burden of Responsibility' well-reviewed? A: Yes, the book has received positive reviews, with readers praising its eloquent examination of intellectual courage and the historical context of the French twentieth century.