Piranesi: Exploring the Infinite Halls of a Literary Masterpiece

This podcast series is a deep dive into the history, psychology, and philosophy behind Susanna Clark’s incredible book, Piranesi.

Topics Covered:

• A helpful introduction to Piranesi, with plot and character analysis for all 7 chapters of the book, plus a more in depth look at its themes and meaning for more seasoned veterans of the book.

• How should we think about historical progress? Is it merely a narrative to help us make sense of the world.

• What is the nature of evil?

• Philosophical identity-what is it, why is it important, and how should we think about it?

• The extended mind- can your identity comprise more than your physical and mental states?

• The psychology of memory, loss, and grief- and how these ideas tie to the meaning of community.

• How do we determine what is true? Which is more valuable-knowledge or experience?

• The philosophy behind words like “reality” and “meaning” and how they interact with the mundane.

• Analysis of the relationship between beauty and isolation.

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