

Philosophy in France Today
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Philosophy in France Today offers a rich and multifaceted portrait of contemporary French thought at the close of the 20th century. Edited by Alan Montefiore, the book brings together a distinguished group of philosophers and intellectuals whose work has shaped not only philosophy but also sociology, politics, literary theory, and cultural studies. Through interviews, essays, and reflections, key figures such as Derrida, Levinas, Lyotard, Ricoeur, Bourdieu, and others address the role of philosophy in modern society, its relationship with science and politics, and the tensions between tradition and innovation. The volume captures the diversity of philosophical approaches in France—from phenomenology and hermeneutics to structuralism, post-structuralism, and critical sociology. Rather than presenting a unified school of thought, the collection reveals a landscape of intellectual conflict, ethical engagement, and conceptual experimentation, reflecting the complexity of French philosophy in a rapidly changing world. This volume is an essential introduction for anyone interested in the evolution of French philosophy, the thinkers who defined it, and its enduring impact on global intellectual life.