Reflecting History

Philosophers and Psychologists have often imagined a "blank slate" to put different theories of human nature to the test. What would humanity be if you stripped away all the culture, all the pressures, all the social interactions that shape us on a daily basis? In Cormac McCarthy's "The Road," he takes this idea to the next level by examining characters in the ultimate stripped down universe-the post apocalyptic world of The Road. What do memories, evil, goodness, and meaning look like at the end of the world? This is Part 2 in a series on Cormac McCarthy's novel "The Road." If you're reading along at home, it covers the first two thirds of the book, up to the survival bunker and the duo sitting back to back on the road. The upcoming final episode will conclude the series and cover the rest of the book.  -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on apple podcasts or spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory Check out my podcast series on Piranesi, Arc