Tag: philosophy
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Diogenes in The Void
The character in Void Around Sunlight is a serial killer reminiscent of Diogenes the Cynic, embodying an anti-philosophical stance amidst chaos. While critiquing societal norms and engaging in shamelessness, he embraces destruction as a warped virtue. His empathy lies in others’ inability to appreciate this self-dissolution, contrasting traditional moral frameworks.
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He Who Learns by A.M. Kent
In a tempestuous sea, a stoic captain contemplates entering a mysterious silver light, believing it holds answers to his past. After plunging into the light, he encounters a younger version of himself and a woman tied to his regrets. Through reconciliation, he confronts his past decisions, ultimately emerging renewed, shedding burdens.
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Prodigal by Blace Alcock
A excerpt by Blace Alcock. In a solemn cabin, a weary man reflects on his estranged family, particularly his son, while laboring alone. One night, he encounters a mysterious owl-like creature that urges him to seek his son, who is lost. The man is left contemplating the creature’s cryptic advice before falling asleep again.
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The Face of Light
The piece explores a cosmic journey of existence, highlighting the transformation of a soul within an infinite void. It delves into themes of creation, interconnectedness, and the duality of life and death. The narrator, a face of light, guides the reader through a process of self-discovery and emotional release, emphasizing the value of the finite…
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The Consciousness Society: Motivations
The author reflects on the motivations behind writing their book, highlighting personal experiences with grief, particularly through the character Dr. Sally Clark, who copes with loss. Additionally, they explore the concept of abstract evil in historical contexts, emphasizing the shocking nature of human atrocities. The book aims to provoke thought without being excessively dark.
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The Consciousness Society
A secretive research society, unbound by ethics, delves into the mysteries of consciousness. As the lead researchers clash over the moral and practical limits of unrestricted experimentation, their pursuit unveils a perilous path—a ladder to the origin of consciousness itself.
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