“The Greeks had considered hope the final evil in Pandora's box. They also gave us an image of perfect nobility: a human being lovingly doing her duty to another human being despite all threats, and going to her death with pride and courage, not deterred by any hope - Antigone.”
Quote by Walter Kaufmann
Work
The Future of the Humanities
This book delves into the changing landscape of humanities, examining how these disciplines contribute to understanding the human experience and society. It discusses the impact of technological advancements, globalization, and other contemporary factors on the study and practice of humanities. more
Author
Walter Kaufmann
Walter Kaufmann was a German-born American philosopher known for his research on existentialism and German philosophy. His works delved deeply into the thoughts of thinkers such as Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Sartre, profoundly influencing 20th-century philosophy. more
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