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Dec 2024
35m 42s

Episode #218 ... Dostoevsky - Notes From...

STEPHEN WEST
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Today we talk about the philosophical themes of one of Dostoevsky's most famous books: Notes From Underground. We talk about contemplative inertia, the "stone wall" of rationality, utopian socialism, the tension between love and freedom in the modern world, self-loathing as a defense mechanism, and much more. Hope you enjoy it. :) Sponsors: Nord VPN: https: ... Show More
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