Here is a book with a clear and coherent thought in a style full of elegance. If intellectuals like Natacha Polony exist and become more numerous, perhaps all is not lost. Yes ... merit, nation, respect, etc. Republic are values around which we can gather ... those who think that these values are traditionalists will no doubt be the gravediggers of tomorrow. Natacha Polony, your thinking is invigorating and your style of excellence.