Philosopher Mélanie Plouviez: 'The rich are not rich alone; they are in a social world that protects them'
- Posted on July 5, 2026
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Philosopher Mélanie Plouviez: 'The rich are not rich alone; they are in a social world that protects them'
Wealth is not determined solely by the possessions and assets one accumulates, philosopher Mélanie Plouviez explains in an interview with Le Monde. Since antiquity, a person's fortune has also been defined by one's social standing, relationships of dominance, dependence and honor.
