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Revue Esprit's Summer Issue Explores the New Sentimental Love

publication · 2026-08-09

The July-August 2026 edition of the French magazine Esprit, titled 'Le nouveau sentiment amoureux' (The New Sentimental Love), was curated by philosopher Camille Riquier alongside Fabienne Brugère. Among the contributors are Anne-Lorraine Bujon and philosopher Jean-Luc Marion. This issue explores the evolution of love from a destined romance to a delicate relational practice, shaped by feminist movements, gender expectations, minority sexualities, awareness of violence, and family restructuring. It also delves into the dynamics of relationship control and cultural perceptions that link passion with violence. Novelist Camille Laurens reflects on literature's influence on romantic imaginations, while Jean-Luc Marion discusses the conflict between love's promises and contemporary uncertainties. The publication was featured on RFI's 'Idées' on August 9, 2026, with musical pieces like 'Hymne à l'amour' and 'My Funny Valentine.'

Key facts

  • Esprit's July-August 2026 issue is titled 'Le nouveau sentiment amoureux'.
  • The issue is coordinated by Camille Riquier and Fabienne Brugère.
  • Anne-Lorraine Bujon is the director of Esprit.
  • The dossier explores transformations of love influenced by feminist struggles, gender norms, minority sexualities, violence awareness, and family recompositions.
  • Love is described as a fragile, negotiated relational practice rather than a stable norm.
  • The issue analyzes mechanisms of control in relationships and cultural imaginaries confusing passion and violence.
  • Novelist Camille Laurens contributes on literature as a space for transforming amorous imaginaries.
  • Philosopher Jean-Luc Marion discusses love as a gift and commitment exceeding social conditions.
  • The issue was discussed on RFI's 'Idées' program on August 9, 2026.
  • Musical selections included songs by Odino, Chet Baker, and 10cc.

Entities

Artists

  • Camille Riquier
  • Fabienne Brugère
  • Anne-Lorraine Bujon
  • Jean-Luc Marion
  • Camille Laurens

Institutions

  • Revue Esprit
  • RFI

Locations

  • France

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