“Marx was fortunate to have been born eighty years before Walt Disney. Disney also promised a child's paradise and unlike Marx, delivered on his promise.”
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Work
Voltaire's Bastards: The Dictatorship of Reason in the West
This book delves into the philosophical and political impact of Enlightenment thinkers such as Voltaire, examining how their ideas have shaped Western thought and governance. It critically analyzes the role of reason in modern society and discusses the potential for tyranny within the pursuit of rationality. more
Author
John Ralston Saul
John Ralston Saul is a Canadian author, political theorist, and public intellectual. He is known for his profound insights into democracy, civil society, and globalization. Saul's work covers a wide range of topics, including political philosophy, history, and cultural commentary. more
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