Disenchanted Age
Undeceptions with John Dickson
Exploring Enchantment and Disenchantment in Society
This chapter explores themes from 'Into the Woods' by Stephen Sondheim, focusing on the unintended consequences of fulfilling desires as portrayed by fairy tale characters. It also addresses the evolution of societal disenchantment since the Enlightenment, raising questions about finding hope and community in an anxious world.
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