The life of Jacques Maritain

The life of Jacques Maritain (1882-1973) is a testimony of an unique attempt to answer the questions of our times with the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas. Although he has influenced many popes, encyclicals, intellectuals and politicians, his legacy is somewhat forgotten. Many contemporary Catholics vaguely remember his name but do not really know who Maritain was and what he means for the Catholic Church. His life and his writings however are of great importance and are an inspiration for all those who are interested in personalism.