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104 | Does History Have a Repetition Compulsion?

What's Left of Philosophy

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This chapter delves into the theme of revolutionary history, particularly examining the parallels between the Haitian and French Revolutions. It highlights the insights from C.L. James' 'The Black Jacobins,' discussing the recurring motifs of tragic heroism and the unresolved nature of historical progress.

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