"... és a felelősségtől való rettegés"

Name: "... és a felelősségtől való rettegés"
Author: Émile Faguet

A collection of essays critiques a pervasive dread of responsibility that permeates legal, administrative, and social life, arguing that proceduralism and strict reliance on rules enable officials to evade moral accountability. The writer contrasts text-bound adjudication with judge-made and equity-based approaches to show how different systems distribute discretion and ethical burden, and examines how deference to abstract law, precedent, or bureaucratic procedure can hollow out judgment, stifle initiative, and degrade justice. The essays warn of institutional consequences when responsibility is displaced and advocate a clearer balance between rules and conscience to restore ethical vitality in public and legal affairs.

By Émile Faguet

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Émile Faguet

Émile Faguet was a French author and literary critic known for his insightful explorations of literature and philosophy. His notable works include "Initiation into Literature" and "The Cult of Incompetence," where he critiques societal norms and the challenges of intellectual responsibility. Faguet's writing often reflects a deep engagement with the moral and philosophical dilemmas of his time, making significant contributions to literary criticism and thought. He also wrote on the works of classical playwrights, such as in "Corneille expliqué aux enfants," aiming to make literature accessible to younger audiences. His diverse body of work continues to resonate with readers interested in the intersections of literature, philosophy, and ethics.