Pride
Pride may seem like something for people with big egos, for individuals who are easily offended, and for braggarts who have no boundaries on social media. Those who are proud tend to put themselves too much in the spotlight.
Clear, sober, cheerfully written, close to the spirit of the times.De Groene Amsterdammer
But pride also underlies emancipation and can be a powerful weapon in protest. With pride, you can better appreciate your own worth. More space for certain forms of pride may be the key to social justice.
Pride may seem like a flat, superficial emotion, but Claeys shows it's more complex.Trouw
Philosopher Martha Claeys explores the meaning of pride and shows that this emotion is especially important in our turbulent times.
'Be proud and take up space, especially where it is not expected of you: kiss your partner in public, celebrate real achievements, don't be ashamed of your body. And if you already have that space: share it with everyone who quietly gathers the courage to be a little prouder.' – Martha Claeys
Martha Claeys deserves the Socrates Cup because her philosophy resonates closely with everyday life and addresses an emotion that concerns each of us, regardless of where we come from or where we are going. She does so in a manner that effortlessly brings forth a bookshelf full of philosophical works on the subject, without diminishing the originality and freshness of her alternating personal and analytical style. This is a philosophical book for the general public that one would prefer to have many copies of.Jury Report Socrates Cup 2024
