Philosophical Dictionary
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What Is Absolute Freedom? A Field Guide to Every Meaning, Including the One Sartre Actually Argued
By Markus Uehleke
The Sartre quote all over Pinterest, "we are our choices," has no confirmed source in his writing. What he actually argued is heavier: we're "condemned to be free," stuck owning every choice with no rules or luck to blame. Sartre later admitted he'd pushed that idea too far, and this piece explains where it broke. -
Friedrich Engels: A Bromance for the Ages
By Caroline Black
In this article, we discuss the life and work of Karl Marx's closest collaborator and friend, Friedrich Engels, and the way his practical approach to economics informed Marx's views. -
We Are the Meme: Seize the Holidays and Means of Production!
By Caroline Black
We are once again the meme as we discuss the Marxist term, "means of production," which features in one of our bestselling holiday shirts. Grab a seat by the fire and listen to some economic critique. -
From the Academy to the Street: Where Can We Find Philosophy?
By Caroline Black
In this article, we will discuss the definition of philosophy, its professional practice, and whether we can find philosophy outside of our favorite big names and modern academia. -
Karl Marx: The Ultimate Hegel Bro
By Caroline Black
A discussion of the influences of Hegel's dialectics on the work of Karl Marx, and his influence on the greater world.
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Think Capitalism Is Your Bestie? Ask Karl!
By Caroline Black
In which we discuss Karl Marx's anti-capitalist roots, delving into the history of the Industrial Revolution in the 19th century and relating these critiques to our current situation as society in late stage capitalism.