Book description
A Philosophy of Shame: A Revolutionary Emotion - Frédéric Gros
Frédéric Gros invites us into a daring re-imagining of shame, not as a crippling guilt but as the spark that ignites collective revolt and personal renewal. Drawing on thinkers from Primo Levi to James Baldwin, he shows how this emotion is at once deeply human and profoundly political.
In our era of widening inequality, systemic violence, and environmental crisis, Gros argues shame becomes the voice that refuses passivity. It is the feeling we experience when we see obscene wealth beside widespread deprivation, or when racism and sexism permeate everyday life. Rather than retreating into sorrow or self-denial, shame demands imagination: it forces us to picture a world that does not exist yet.
The book is an engaging dialogue with literary giants such as Annie Ernaux and Virginie Despentes, whose personal narratives illuminate the abstract. Gros weaves these testimonies into a philosophical framework that spans anthropology, morality, psychology, and politics. He posits that shame's true power lies in its capacity to transform anger into constructive struggle-a revolutionary sentiment that underpins every movement toward justice.
What makes this work compelling is its accessibility. Gros does not drown the reader in jargon; instead he offers clear, relatable examples that resonate with anyone who has felt the sting of injustice. The result is a thought-provoking manifesto that challenges us to view shame as an ally rather than an adversary.
For scholars, activists, and curious readers alike, A Philosophy of Shame is a must-read. It reframes one of our most uncomfortable emotions into a beacon of hope and action-reminding us that from the depths of shame can rise the courage to reshape society.
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Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
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Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience