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#78 - What could Karl Popper have learned from Vladimir Nabokov? (w/ Brian Boyd)

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Literary Puzzles and Philosophical Depth

This chapter explores the intricate connections between the literary techniques of Nabokov and the philosophical inquiries of Karl Popper. It highlights themes of discovery through chess puzzles, the debate over the 'death of the author' in literary interpretation, and the balance between authorial intention and reader response. The discussion also emphasizes the shared complexities in their respective approaches to creativity, criticism, and the exploration of human consciousness.

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