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The Rigor of Angels: Kant, Borges, & Heisenberg with William Egginton

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Art as a Solution to the Problems of Reality

The chapter discusses the role of art in addressing the problems of reality, exploring the truths revealed through literature and theater. It also delves into the reconciliation of mechanistic worldviews with notions of freedom, the concept of durable antinomies, and the ability of art to navigate contradictions. The speakers highlight the brilliance of jazz artists in embodying these insights through improvisation and collaboration.

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