Simone Weil Quotes

The only hope of socialism resides in those who have already brought about in themselves, as far as is possible in the society of today, that union between manual and intellectual labor which characterizes the society we are aiming at.

Simone Weil

Recitation: by Male by Female

Author Biography

  • Author Profession: philosopher
  • Nationality: french
  • Birth: February 3, 1909 - August 24, 1943

Topics

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Americans don't pay much attention to environmental issues, because they aren't sexy. I mean, cleaning up coal plants and reining in outlaw frackers is hugely important work, but it doesn't get anybody's pulse racing.

Jeff Goodell

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Beauty is power; a smile is its sword.

John Ray

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With the requests of some he complied, and has published a discourse, delivered before the Society for recovering drowned persons, which may be justly pronounced one of the most beautiful and interesting sermons in the English language.

John Strachan

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I did the rock 'n roll-pop cliche of getting burnt out. I'm not the first person that happened to, and I'm sure I won't be the last.

Robbie Williams

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We also have favourite place in France, called Charlot Premier in Nice, which does excellent oysters.

Roger Moore

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The most contemporary film I can think of is your standard romantic comedy, but the minute you make them, they already look so aged.

Rupert Friend

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I think it's refreshing to have a character-driven 'Batman' story that isn't just about action and getting out of scrapes.

Jason O'Mara

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There's probably more in the American tradition than people give the place credit for.

Donald Judd

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People were talking while I was playing, so I got up and left the stage. I've gotten to the point where I'm not really very patient with patrons rapping during the show. And the people were all nice and quiet when I cam back.

Bruce Hornsby

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President Barack Obama has it right - there is a lot to change about Washington. The problem is, not much will get changed unless we confront the runaway filibuster in the U.S. Senate.

Peter Fenn

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India is gorgeous. There is no country in the world as stunning and versatile as India.

Shenaz Treasury

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If you're going to be ridiculous, be over-the-top ridiculous.

Rick Nielsen

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