Into Disaster

Set against the backdrop of the German occupation of France, Maurice Blanchot transitioned from political journalism to literary criticism, starting a weekly column in April 1941. These writings not only reflect the cultural landscape of the time but also lay the groundwork for his influential work, Faux pas. Through these critical pieces, readers gain valuable insights into Blanchot's evolving thoughts and artistic vision, marking his emergence as a significant figure in mid-twentieth-century French literature.