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Episode #220 ... Dostoevsky - Demons

Philosophize This!

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Dostoevsky's Critique of Western Liberalism and Its Consequences

This chapter explores Dostoevsky's critique of Western liberalism through his characters, reflecting the socio-political tensions of 1870s Russia that remain relevant today. It examines the shortcomings of rational utilitarianism, highlighting its potential to undermine moral foundations and foster isolation and nihilism.

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