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History of Ideas 3: Thoreau

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

A World Consumed by News and Noise

The chapter explores the idea of a directionless world consumed by news and noise, where few individuals question the majority opinion and face ridicule. It discusses Thoreau's belief that opposing something does not require an alternative plan, but rather the affirmation that it cannot be allowed.

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