Dear list members,
From June 4, Borderlines Open School of Advanced Cross-Cultural Studies begins a new cycle of lectures in Literature / Philosophy by Prof. Saul Morson (Northwestern University)
The Genre of Philosophical Story around the World
This focused cycle considers a form of narrative present in cultures around the world, the philosophical story. These stories pose questions about life: what is life’s meaning, how do we face our inevitable death, why is there evil and suffering, what does it mean to be human, and how should we live. In various epochs and in many cultures, such narratives demonstrate very similar features. Together with Professor Morson, expert in literary theory, history of ideas and philosophy, we will go into the complexities, depths, mysteries, and riddles of this genre to see how these stories are constructed and what they aim to impart to their readers.
Read more about the instructor: https://borderlinesopenschool.org/faculty/gary-saul-morson
To watch the recording of the introductory lecture, read the syllabus, and enroll, please visit https://borderlinesopenschool.org/courses/p/phil-story. As a special offer, the promo code MORSON will give you a 30% discount.
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