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Selfish Heroes Make Great Leaders | Christopher Kelly on Rousseau

Johnathan Bi
Jun 21, 2024
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An interview with Christopher Kelly on Rousseau’s theory of heroism.

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  • Companion lecture, Rousseau’s First Discourse:

  • Professor Kelly's Book (affiliate): https://amzn.to/4bX9JQD

    • My book notes: https://www.johnathanbi.com/p/rousseau-as-author-by-christopher

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