A short summary of The Metaphysical Club:
The thinkers that created the philosophy and politics of America, after the Civil War.
My favorite Louis Menand quote from the book:
It is certitude that leads to violence.
Questions to ponder while reading the book:
What is truth?
Do you believe struggle is necessary?
My review of The Metaphysical Club:
An in-depth look at the collaboration between some of America's greatest thinkers.
A convergence of philosophy, psychology, natural history, and law.
I love the term belletrist.
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