Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity

In 'Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity', Richard Rorty explores the concepts of contingency, irony, and solidarity, arguing that thinkers like Nietzsche, Freud, and Wittgenstein have helped societies view themselves as historical contingencies.

Rorty advocates for a liberal utopia where literature plays a crucial role in fostering human solidarity by highlighting cruelty and promoting empathy.

He emphasizes the importance of separating private irony from public solidarity to achieve a more compassionate society.