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79 - Spencer Klavan: Why Achilles Plays the Lyre

Cost of Glory

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The Moral Essence of Art and Biography

This chapter explores the profound impact of music, poetry, and art on moral character and emotional responses, emphasizing the dual nature of art in evoking empathy or manipulation. It also examines the interplay between biography and epic narratives, focusing on how figures like Steve Jobs and Solzhenitsyn inspire moral lessons that transcend time. By analyzing ancient Greek literature and modern biographies, the chapter underscores the role of these narratives in shaping personal integrity and human experience.

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