The Role of Biographers
The discussion highlights the shift in biographical writing from seeking to understand and learn from historical figures to a tendency to debunk and diminish their significance. Ryan and Robert emphasize the importance of earnestness and the need for biographers to enter the spirit of their subjects, rather than approaching them with a cynical mindset. They argue that this modern cynicism not only undermines the lessons we can learn from great individuals but also reflects a broader societal trend of leveling down great achievements.In this clip
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