
Show 71 - Mania for Subjugation
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Dangers of Ambition: Lessons from Icarus
This chapter delves into the myth of Icarus and Daedalus, highlighting how unchecked ambition can lead to dire consequences. By examining historical figures like Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great, it illustrates the balance needed in ambition to avoid ruinous outcomes for both individuals and societies.
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