The Intimate Resistance is a keen, deeply beautiful reflection on the human condition. The author explains how
we ourselves can warm, protect and guide those around us. "The intimate resistance is the name for an experience belonging to a state of proximity; a state cannot be visited in one day, but rather habitually. Today, to remain in this state is by no means simple. Proximity cannot be measured in metres or centimetres. Its opposite is not distance, but rather the ubiquitous monotony of a world dominated by technology. What is clear is that day to day and home life are essential ways of experiencing proximity."

About the Author

Josep Maria Esquirol Calaf (Mediona, 1963), is a philosopher, essayist and professor of philosopher and the University of Barcelona. He is the author of numerous acclaimed books in his field. The Intimate Resistance, winner of the City of Barcelona Prize (2015) and the National Essay Award (2016) is his best-known and most successful book.

Reviews

"Against our compulsive immediateness and hyperconnectivity, against permanent public exposition and dispersion, Esquirol proposes the pausing, talking clearing, proximity, difference, reflection, the reinvention of
the gaze, the return to thought."
Josep Massot, La Vanguardia

"It's one of those books that will never go out of fashion and I dare say that his reflections will serve as a reference for future generations."
Lluis Foix, El Punt Avui

"A captivating essay that focusses on stimulating, intentional reflection. And, very importantly, it is magnificently
written. Don't miss it."
Guillem Pufarre, El Temps

"A philosophical essay, as deep as it is entertaining, that promotes fundamental values."
Josep Maria Ripoll, Serra d'Or

Book Information
ISBN 9781913744083
Author Josep Maria Esquirol
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint FUM D'ESTAMPA PRESS
Publisher FUM D'ESTAMPA PRESS
Weight(grams) 197g
Dimensions(mm) 195mm * 130mm * 15mm