Abstract
This article seeks to present the representations of modern thought, elaborated by Jacques Maritain (1882-1973) and published in his book Antimoderne, at 1922. It is considered that this work marks a change in Maritain's thought, that is, his adherence to neotomism and his engagement among Catholic intellectuals, in France. The comprehension of Maritain's appropriation and interpretation on neotomism is a fundamental element in understanding his critique of modern thought. Based on intellectual history and in dialogue with some contributions of cultural history, we seek to make the connection between life and work in Maritain's trajectory. Thus, the work in question is an explanatory factor for a period of the intellectual's life trajectory.
Keywords
Catholic intellectuals; Neotomism; Antimoderne; Jacques Maritain