Gallimard Publishes Merleau-Ponty's Complete Works in Quarto Collection

Éditions Gallimard has unveiled a substantial volume of nearly 2,000 pages showcasing the significant works of Maurice Merleau-Ponty within its Quarto series. This compilation encompasses influential texts such as "Humanisme et terreur," "Les Aventures de la dialectique," "Phénoménologie de la perception," "Le Visible et l'invisible," and "La Prose du monde," with a preface by Claude Lefort. Spanning from "La Guerre a eu lieu" in October 1945 to Merleau-Ponty's split with Sartre in 1953, the essays explore the intersection of philosophy and politics, especially the allure of communism among Western intellectuals. Noteworthy historical moments, including the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 and the uncovering of the Gulag, are also addressed. The collection delves into themes related to Husserl, language, and art, featuring "Le Doute de Cézanne," which connects perception, vision, and thought.