From Dawn to Decadence (Part I): With Varn Vlog *UNLOCKED*
The Regrettable Century
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Decadence and Dialectics in Leftist Thought
This chapter explores the complexities of spectacle and decadence within Marxist-Leninist theories, examining historical contexts like the Sino-Soviet split and the economic crises of the 1970s. It critiques deterministic views of history, highlights debates on Lenin's evolving positions, and discusses societal decline through the lens of contemporary capitalism. The conversation also examines the fragmentation of liberalism and its implications for understanding individual identities and cultural evolution.
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