“Now that science has helped us to overcome the awe of the unknown in nature, we are the slaves of social pressures of our own making. When called upon to act independently, we cry for patterns, systems, and authorities. If by enlightenment and intellectual progress we mean the freeing of man from superstitious belief in evil forces, in demons and fairies, in blind fate--in short, the emancipation from fear--then denunciation of what is currently called reason is the greatest service reason can render.”
Quote by Max Horkheimer
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EPZ Eclipse of Reason
EPZ Eclipse of Reason is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human reasoning and its potential failures within a futuristic, dystopian world. The story examines the societal impact of a breakdown in logical thought processes, offering a critical look at the role of reason in shaping human behavior and society. more
Author
Max Horkheimer
German philosopher and sociologist, one of the founders of the Frankfurt School. Max Horkheimer was born on February 14, 1895, and died on July 7, 1973. He had a profound influence on philosophy, sociology, and critical theory. more
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