Pierre Cassou-Noguès's 'Trait de côte': A Philosophical Journey Along France's Shifting Coastline
In the RFI podcast 'IDÉES', host Pierre-Édouard Deldique engages with philosopher Pierre Cassou-Noguès regarding his work 'Trait de côte - Voyage philosophique en bord de mer', released by Philosophie magazine éditeur on August 2, 2026. Cassou-Noguès, who teaches at Université Paris-8 and is affiliated with the Institut universitaire de France, delves into the volatility of the French coastline, especially in Charente-Maritime. He posits that this area is a fluid space that reshapes our understanding and stories. The book tackles pressing ecological issues, promoting an 'ecology of attention' to notice shifts in the environment. Additionally, Cassou-Noguès reflects on the essence of philosophy, proposing it may encompass various gestures and lifestyles. The episode features music from Yann Tiersen and Dick Annegarn.
Key facts
- Pierre Cassou-Noguès is a professor of philosophy at Université Paris-8 and a member of the Institut universitaire de France.
- He is also a cyclist and spent hours cycling along the French coastline.
- His book 'Trait de côte - Voyage philosophique en bord de mer' is published by Philosophie magazine éditeur.
- The book covers his journey from the Landes to Brittany.
- The coast is described as unstable, advancing, retreating, crumbling, and rebuilding.
- The book addresses ecological concerns, particularly coastal erosion in Charente-Maritime.
- Cassou-Noguès advocates for an 'ecology of attention'.
- The interview aired on RFI's 'IDÉES' podcast on August 2, 2026.
- The podcast included music by Yann Tiersen and Dick Annegarn.
Entities
Artists
- Pierre Cassou-Noguès
- Pierre-Édouard Deldique
- Yann Tiersen
- Dick Annegarn
Institutions
- Université Paris-8
- Institut universitaire de France
- Philosophie magazine éditeur
- RFI
Locations
- France
- Landes
- Brittany
- Charente-Maritime