Published Jan 15, 2020
#576: A Treasure Trove of American Philosophy
Philosopher John Kaag embarks on a transformative journey through an abandoned New Hampshire library, uncovering the rich tapestry of American thought via transcendentalism and pragmatism, as he reflects on the existential impacts of giants like William James and the philosophical aftermath of Darwinism.
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