Shame and Philosophy.

The article explores the intersection of shame and philosophy in Annie Ernaux's work, highlighting how shame permeates her writing while philosophy flickers consistently throughout. Ernaux's encounters with shame and philosophy shape her literary project of autosociobiography, challenging academic p...

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Published in:Raritan Vol. 45; no. 3; pp. 49 - 71
Main Author: RUSSELL, FRANCEY
Format: Article
Published: Rutgers University, Raritan Winter2025
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Summary:The article explores the intersection of shame and philosophy in Annie Ernaux's work, highlighting how shame permeates her writing while philosophy flickers consistently throughout. Ernaux's encounters with shame and philosophy shape her literary project of autosociobiography, challenging academic philosophy's norms and aspirations. The text delves into the complexities of shame, philosophy, and Ernaux's unique perspective, offering a nuanced exploration of her writing as a form of self-examination and reflection on diverse realities and experiences.