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Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

74 | Stephen Greenblatt on Stories, History, and Cultural Poetics

Nov 25, 2019
Stephen Greenblatt, a renowned literary scholar and Harvard professor, delves into the interplay between art and history. He discusses how storytelling shapes cultural understanding, reflecting human experience through literature. Greenblatt critiques traditional historical narratives, emphasizing the significance of Columbus Day in racial identity. He also explores the political context of Shakespeare's works and their contemporary relevance, advocating for critical engagement with texts like the Adam and Eve narrative, which continues to influence our self-perception.
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