I’ve had the same thoughts as that person about living ethically as a recluse or ascetic and how that doesn’t result in a successful life. It’s a really interesting topic that I’m hoping to write about. The absence of doing bad things is not enough to be a good person. Separately, I just finished A Christmas Carol and several of Aristotle’s works as well as Plato’s dialogues, so we are on parallel tracks. I would recommend supplementing with the podcast “The History of Philosophy without any Gaps”. It’s very well done.
Looks like a great month!! :) I wanted to make it over to Franklin for the Dickens festival but couldn't swing it with other plans. Couldn't believe how cold it ended up getting that weekend in town; so glad Saturday could still happen!
I’ve had the same thoughts as that person about living ethically as a recluse or ascetic and how that doesn’t result in a successful life. It’s a really interesting topic that I’m hoping to write about. The absence of doing bad things is not enough to be a good person. Separately, I just finished A Christmas Carol and several of Aristotle’s works as well as Plato’s dialogues, so we are on parallel tracks. I would recommend supplementing with the podcast “The History of Philosophy without any Gaps”. It’s very well done.
Looks like a great month!! :) I wanted to make it over to Franklin for the Dickens festival but couldn't swing it with other plans. Couldn't believe how cold it ended up getting that weekend in town; so glad Saturday could still happen!
What Gilgamesh books do you plan on reading? I’m just finishing Civilizations of Ancient Iraq per your recommendation.
I'm still collecting books and ideas, but here's what I have so far - https://x.com/booksoftitans/status/2008907923271925913
Thanks for sharing! Will have to check some of them out!