In this book with its inimitable form, Maude Pilon weaves links between the Factory Diary by Simone Weil, the notebooks of Lee Lozano, textile crafts, illness, his own relationship with writing and many other references.
Weil describes the suffering of his body and the way in which this bruise is inscribed in thought and language. Lozano says “his farewell to art” and details a form of personal revolution. They both share a deep commitment to autonomy, and their work inspires reflection on how individuals can break free from social and political constraints to assert their own identities.
This connection allows us to explore language, this fascinating wasteland. Maude Pilon’s work transcends the boundaries between disciplines and eras, uniting the voices and experiences of different figures. By exploring the intersections between bodily suffering, individual autonomy and language, the author offers a reflective look at life and the means to overcome the limits imposed by society.
His work offers thought tools to envision a new era where work and social constraints could be rethought, thus allowing greater freedom and autonomy for all. The reader is invited on a captivating intellectual journey, where each page reveals new connections. This demanding reading marathon encourages deep reflection that challenges established norms and opens up perspectives on a future where the individual would be truly free to flourish on their own terms.
At noon, a joy
Red Herbs
174 pages