
audiobook
by Émile Faguet
… Et l’horreur des Responsabilités (Suite au Culte de l’Incompétence)
I LES IDÉES ET MŒURS JURIDIQUES
II PROFESSIONS
III DANS LA FAMILLE
IV DANS LES MŒURS POLITIQUES
V POUR CHACUN DE NOUS
TABLE
In this incisive essay, the author turns a critical eye toward the French tradition of delegating moral responsibility away from those who wield power. Focusing on the legal system that emerged after the Revolution, he shows how judges are presented as mere functionaries of the code, absolved of ethical judgment. The argument unfolds with historical anecdotes and references to notable jurists, illustrating a pattern that stretches from the Ancien Régime to modern bureaucracy.
The work challenges readers to reconsider the consequences of a law‑bound mindset that values procedural exactness over equity. By exposing the paradox of a system that praises precision while eroding accountability, it invites a broader conversation about professional conduct in politics, medicine, and public administration. Listeners will find a thought‑provoking blend of history, philosophy, and contemporary relevance that resonates with anyone interested in how institutions shape our everyday responsibilities.
Language
fr
Duration
~4 hours (235K characters)
Release date
Oct 22, 2025
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1847–1916
A sharp and influential voice in French literary criticism, Émile Faguet wrote perceptive studies of major writers as well as provocative essays on society and politics. His career led from the classroom to the Sorbonne and ultimately to the Académie française.
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