The Need For Roots by Simone Weil (week 1)
Details
In The Need For Roots Weil diagnoses the malaise at the heart of modern life: uprootedness, from the past and from community. Written towards the end of World War II for the Free French Army, Weil's work is an indispensable and perpetually intriguing text for readers and students of philosophy everywhere. The book discusses the political, cultural and spiritual currents that ought to be nurtured so that people have access to sources of energy which will help them lead fulfilling, joyful and morally good lives.
Join us to discuss this classic book over the course of 4-weeks!
Week 1 Sat 5/23 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57
Week 2 Sat 5/30 12:30pm-2:30pm The Seahorse Room @ Pier 57
Week 3 Sat 6/6 12:30pm-2:30pm @Reading Room in Bryant Park
Week 4 12pm-2pm Sat 6/13 The Oyster Room @ Pier 57
Reading for Week 1
Read up until "Industrial Uprootedness" section (34 pages)
I will be reading the paperback available here
free pdf download here *click on the first slow download option
(other formats available too —epub & mobi for kindle—just search in search bar)
Rules for Our Group
1. Be Courteous
Respectful disagreement is totally acceptable; Condescension is not.
2. Be Concise
Keep comments brief, on topic, and allow space for others to join in.
3. Do the Reading
If you have not done the reading for the week you are welcome to attend and listen to the discussion, but out of respect for those who have read, you will not be permitted to participate in the discussion.
Finally, Please update your RSVP if you are no longer able to attend the event.
- inaccurate RSVPs make it difficult for coordinators to plan successful events
- inaccurate RSVPs prevent waitlisted individuals from attending
*Multiple no shows may result in losing RSVP privileges for future events.
For more info and FAQ on the group click here.
Can't wait to discuss these ideas with all of you!
-Zach
