They say the past is the best prophet of the future. Professor Umberto Eco wrote our most important moral obligation was to remember the horrors of the past so we wouldn’t allow them to happen again. He was conscious that eventually everyone who had experienced tyranny firsthand in Europe would pass away. “To remember” would then take the form of learning and doing our best to put ourselves in their shoes, fully aware that war is not a rarity and that even the most sophisticated democracies can be lost. This was a wonderful episode, Lieven. Indeed “like a safety card upon boarding a plane.”
Great examples from Shakespeare. Love the words of the loyal servant who stands against tyranny in defence of King Lear. “ Hold your hand, my lord! I have served you ever since I was a child. But better service have I never done you 75Than now to bid you hold.” This was truly moving and gave the voice we were desperate to hear.
Dear Ariana Springfield, thank you for sharing your thoughts. There is so much meaning packed into these simple lines by Shakespeare. Let's hope that science, facts and reason speak louder than the voices that try to divide us with endless opinions and disinformation. I wish you a nice day and hope to see you again at Bold Books and Bones 🌟📚📖🌟
Wonderful episode. I will definitely look for both of those books. Using Shakespeare's plays to confront on of the most important questions of our own times may just be my new favourite style of book. Even if there only is one book written that way so far.
At 12:20 When you said: "Stay curioious.....stay free..." You ARE aware of the profound sadness reflected in your eyes..your voice ...on your unsmiling face? Tough being human...this is my experience,at least Thank you for this episode..from the bottom of my heart. Yes, I myself am now pervaded by deep sorrow ..I have been like that for almost ten days now... Thank you for being brave, honest and caring
@@BoldBooksandBones I surely will And in times like this....each candle in darkness means a lot....and this channel...your work....is one of those candles that defy night
Much appreciated. I will definitely check out Greenblat’s book …..and perhaps I too can use it as a reason to find some nice old copies of Shakespeare’s plays.
Thank you Barth Merrill for your kind words. I’m happy you liked the episode. Greenblatt’s book is a gem. I wish you and your family a wonderful 2022 and beyond. Lieven (Bold Books and Bones)
