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Roosevelt Montás on Socrates and the Universality of the Classics

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Revisiting Classics: Legacy and Modern Relevance

This chapter explores the enduring impact of classical thinkers on contemporary leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Frederick Douglass, highlighting their critical engagement with classical texts. It challenges the notion that classical literature reflects only a narrow, Western perspective, revealing the diverse backgrounds of its authors. The discussion also critiques modern interpretations of historical figures and emphasizes the timelessness of human struggles depicted in classic literature.

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