philosopher

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Then the conversation peters out as we try to explain what “woke” means, which is difficult enough even when you’re not talking to a dead 19th-century philosopher.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

In his program note, Sharon quotes the doom-laden philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer as an inspiration for Wagner’s nothing-is-real masterpiece.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Jospin's widow, the philosopher Sylviane Agacinsky, 80, was in attendance.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, David Hume, for example, argued that suicide did not transgress a person's duty "to God, our neighbour, or ourselves".

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

“The King’s chief philosopher himself has said that greenwitches do nothing more than calm one’s nerves — which is no small thing,” William said.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo