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Anno IV ×

Vico's Historicism: The Past That Keeps Coming Back

Discover how Vico redefined the concept of historicism, showing us the past and present as parts of a strange yet enlightening cycle. Here’s why his thoughts are worth exploring. Vico, the philosopher...

Anno IV Filosofia Filosofia moderna

Oct 31, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

The Elimination of the Thing-in-Itself: Farewell to the Mystery!

Why complicate life with abstract concepts? The elimination of the thing-in-itself solved everything... or did it? Here’s what it means to live without philosophical mysteries. Philosophy for Lazy Peo...

Anno IV Filosofia Filosofia moderna

Oct 17, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

David Hume: The Man Who Makes You Doubt Even Your Favorite Sandwich

David Hume, the philosopher who questioned everything, even the logic behind your morning coffee. Not sure if you want to read this post? Neither would Hume. Live by doubt, die by Hume You're sitting ...

Anno IV Filosofia Filosofia moderna

Sep 26, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Between Sheep and Philosophers: English Empirical Idealism and Panlogism Compared

What does English empirical idealism have to do with Spinoza and Leibniz's panlogism? Maybe nothing. But just in case, take a look here. Philosophers and sheep included. Empirical Idealists and the Ar...

Anno IV Filosofia Filosofia moderna

Sep 12, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Descartes: between mind and matter

Discover Cartesian dualism: mind and matter according to Descartes. An ironic and fascinating journey into the philosopher's mind. Ready? The double life of reality: Descartes and his dualism Ever hea...

Anno IV Filosofia moderna

Aug 29, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Renaissance and Modernity: When Dante Got Us Into Trouble

The Italian Renaissance transformed the world with art, science, and modern thought. Discover how these geniuses made us who we are today. The Renaissance: The Grand Party That Changed the World Imagi...

Anno IV Storia Storia moderna

Aug 22, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Renaissance: When Plato and Giordano Bruno Team Up

The Renaissance philosophy saw Plato's comeback as a rock star. Giordano Bruno took the mic and drove the audience crazy with his wild ideas. Plato's Comeback and Giordano Bruno's Accompaniment Ever t...

Anno IV Filosofia Filosofia moderna

Aug 8, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

The congress of Vienna: when history turns into a soap opera

Il congresso di Vienna del 1814-1815: politici, diplomazie e pettegolezzi dietro la grande riunione che ha ridisegnato l'Europa. Scopri gli intrighi e i protagonisti di questo evento storico. The Gran...

Anno IV Storia Storia moderna

Aug 6, 2024

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History

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Humanism and the Renaissance: genius, madness, and a few laughs

A sarcastic journey through Humanism and the Renaissance, among rebellious geniuses, art, and science. Get ready to laugh and learn. Humanism and the Renaissance: where geniuses meet madness Welcome, ...

Anno IV Filosofia moderna

Aug 1, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Napoleon Bonaparte: the small great despot

Napoleon, the little guy with a superiority complex, gave Europe a good shake. Discover his antics and triumphs, all in a laugh! Napoleon: the miniature dictator who rocked Europe Napoleon Bonaparte, ...

Anno IV Storia Storia moderna

Jul 30, 2024

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History

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

The French Revolution: Rolling Heads and Imaginary Cakes

Discover the French Revolution with a touch of irony: from non-existent cakes to rolling heads. French Revolution, history, change. Bread wasn't the only problem So, are you ready for a time travel? W...

Anno IV Storia Storia moderna

Jul 23, 2024

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History

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

The Enlightenment and the Reform Movement

The Enlightenment revolutionized human thought, promoting rationality, science, and human rights. Discover how this movement changed history. The Revolution of Reason Imagine being catapulted into the...

Anno IV Storia Storia moderna

Jul 16, 2024

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History

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