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“Triviality is evil - triviality, that is, in the form of consciousness and mind that adapts itself to the world as it is, that obeys the principle of inertia. And this principle of inertia truly is what is radically evil.”

Quote by Theodor Adorno

Book:Can One Live After Auschwitz?: A Philosophical Reader

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Can One Live After Auschwitz?: A Philosophical Reader

This book is a compilation of various philosophical perspectives on the aftermath of the Holocaust, examining the profound effects of the event on individuals and society. It delves into the questions of human resilience, morality, and the search for meaning in the face of unimaginable atrocity. more

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Theodor Adorno was a German sociologist, philosopher, and musicologist. He is renowned for his critical theory, co-developed with Max Horkheimer and other members of the Frankfurt School. Adorno's research focused on the analysis of modern society, culture, and the influence of mass culture on individuals. more

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