All Episodes - Civilisation- Its Cause and Cure, and Other Essays

Dive into Edward Carpenters Civilisation- Its Cause and Cure, and Other Essays, a groundbreaking exploration of the intricate relationship between humanity and civilization. Published in 1889, Carpenter provocatively compares civilization to a disease that impacts society at its core. This insightful collection not only critiques the foundations of modern life but also features a series of engaging essays, including Modern Science A Criticism, The Science of the Future A Forecast, and Defence of Criminals A Criticism of Morality. Additionally, the publication includes thought-provoking appendices that shed light on various pre-civilized peoples. Narrated by Jake Malizia, this work challenges listeners to reevaluate the very constructs that define contemporary existence.

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