Josep Maria Esquirol Calaf (Mediona, 1963), is a philosopher, essayist and professor of philosopher and the University of Barcelona. He is the author of numerous acclaimed books in his field. The Intimate Resistance, winner of the City of Barcelona Prize (2015) and the National Essay Award (2016) is his best-known and most successful book.

“Against our compulsive immediateness and hyperconnectivity, against permanent public exposition and dispersion, Esquirol proposes the pausing, talking clearing, proximity, difference, reflection, the reinvention ofthe gaze, the return to thought.”Josep Massot, La Vanguardia“It’s one of those books that will never go out of fashion and I dare say that his reflections will serve as a reference for future generations.”Lluís Foix, El Punt Avui“A captivating essay that focusses on stimulating, intentional reflection. And, very importantly, it is magnificentlywritten. Don’t miss it.”Guillem Pufarré, El Temps“A philosophical essay, as deep as it is entertaining, that promotes fundamental values.”Josep Maria Ripoll, Serra d’Or