obscured civilisationWe live in an age where self-aggrandisement reigns supreme. And criticism is paralysedJust as in the most barbaric periods of history, war has once again become the whim or vice of political leaders who dream of being remembered like Caesar, Napoleon and other great figures of history. Simone Weil’s insight into narcissistic leadersbyAlfonso Berardinelli18 JUL 26