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Utopia

In Our Time: Philosophy

CHAPTER

Utopias throughout history

This chapter explores the concept of utopias, from ancient Egyptian poetry to Plato's Republic. It delves into the connection between religious ideas of paradise and utopias, and discusses practical utopias such as monastic communities and modern-day communal settlements. The speakers also examine the attainability of utopia and the conflicts and sacrifices that may arise in its construction.

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