A new book reveals how Catholic networks have shaped French capitalism, linking the Church to business elites and cultural institutions.
New book on French capitalism
A new book titled Another Story of French Capitalism explores how Catholic networks have influenced French business practices, according to an investigative report. The book is the work of journalist Aurore Gorius, who delves into the historical and ongoing relationship between the Catholic Church and France’s economic elite.Historical connections examined
Gorius traces the connections between the Catholic Church and the economic elite back to 1945, highlighting how these relationships have continued to shape French capitalism. The book focuses on prominent business figures such as Vincent Bolloré and Pierre-Édouard Stérin, who are part of a business community where Catholicism is both a social circle and a core belief.Catholicism as a cultural infrastructure
The report emphasizes that Catholicism is described in the book as "the main cultural infrastructure of French capitalism." This influence is said to connect various sectors, including business, government, politics, and the media, through Catholic schools, charities, and other institutions.Symbolic religious events
One example cited in the book is a mass organized by the Bolloré group in a Breton chapel to celebrate its 200th anniversary. Gorius interprets this event not as a mere eccentricity of a billionaire but as a reflection of the deep ties between Catholicism and French business culture.Access to the book's content
The content of Another Story of French Capitalism is available to subscribers of the publication where it was originally posted, offering readers a detailed look into the intersections of religion and economic power in France.
