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Butler on Machines

Talking Politics: HISTORY OF IDEAS

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Erewhon: Critique of Society and Knowledge

This chapter examines Samuel Butler's 'Erewhon', highlighting its satirical take on Victorian institutions and critiques of societal norms. It discusses the fluidity of knowledge and the dangers posed by technological advancement, urging listeners to reconsider static definitions of humanity in light of evolving beliefs.

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