
635 Darwin and Cataclysmic Change (with Allen MacDuffie) | My Last Book with Adelle Waldman
The History of Literature
Darwin, Literature, and Climate Change
This chapter examines the relationship between Darwinian theory and societal transformations, particularly in the context of climate change. Through a discussion with Alan McDuffie, the episode highlights how literature can confront uncomfortable truths and reshape our understanding of humanity's ecological interdependence. It also addresses the psychological challenges individuals face when reconciling science with their beliefs, stressing literature's potential to bridge this gap.
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