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S7 E5: A New Thing in Human History

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A deep dive into the year 1776, focusing on the impact of Adam Smith's book release, the James Watt steam engine, and the relationship between the American Revolution and the ideals of democracy. The chapter also reflects on the founding principles of America beyond its political break from Britain, drawing inspiration from Langston Hughes' poem 'Let America Be America Again'.

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