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“I am very interested in and that is what Sun Tzu in his ancient Chinese text calls The Art of War.”

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Paul Virilio, born on January 4, 1932, is a French philosopher, cultural theorist, and urbanist. His research focuses on themes such as speed, technology, war, and urban environments, offering profound insights into the rapid changes and urbanization processes of modern society. more

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