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“In the midst of the ubiquitous dealings with prostituted signs, the thing-poem was capable of opening up the prospect of returning to credible experiences of meaning. It did this by tying language to the gold standard of what things themselves communicate. Where randomness is disabled, authority should shine forth.”

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Du mußt dein Leben ändern

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Peter Sloterdijk
Peter Sloterdijk

Peter Sloterdijk is a German philosopher born on June 26, 1947. Known for his unique philosophical thoughts and profound insights into social culture, his works cover a wide range of fields including ethics, aesthetics, and sociology, making a significant impact on the contemporary philosophical world. more

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