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Homer’s Iliad: Literature and the Moral Imagination
When we speak about the function of literature and the purpose of literary culture in the human mind, two aims are usually invoked – seemingly opposed, yet not truly incompatible. The first is literature as an art form. In the nineteenth century, a way of classifying certain human creations emerged: certains
Political Realism in the Modern World: A Conversation with Alison McQueen of Stanford
Today I am honored to present a written interview with Professor Alison McQueen, an outstanding commentator on political realism. Her insightful analyses and thoughtful reflections bring clarity and depth to a field that is both complex and profoundly relevant. AM: Thank you so much for inviting me! It’s a pleasure
What is Liberalism?
A Conversation with Professor Cass Sunstein about his new book On Liberalism in Defense of freedom 1 Biographical question 1) Professor Sunstein, I would like to congratulate you on the writing of your excellent new book with fundamental insights into the liberal tradition. While reading it, particularly chapter 8