Hardcore HistoryJanuary 18, 2000

Show 18 A Fly On James Burkes Wall

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The Axe Maker's Gift

“The speaker discusses a book they co-authored called The Axe Maker's Gift, which got them thinking about the Greek idea of a built-in tragic flaw.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: taxation and historical lessons

For: Readers interested in history and societal evolution

Key quote: “I wanted to ask you about being trapped by our history a little bit.”

The host mentions 'The Axe Maker's Gift' to explore the concept of a built-in tragic flaw in history and how it relates to current societal challenges. This reflection leads to a discussion about the responsibilities of future generations in addressing inherited problems.

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