The Decline and Fall of Civilisations by Kerry Bolton

The Decline and Fall of Civilisations

Kerry Bolton

390 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

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The Decline and Fall of Civilisations by Kerry Bolton is a enlightening read for anyone seeking a nuanced understanding of the cyclical nature of history, the impermanence of civilizations, and the timeless wisdom of ancient cultures, making it a compelling choice for history enthusiasts, philosophers, and anyone interested in exploring the deeper currents of human experience.

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One of the greatest fallacies of the 'modern world' is the notion of 'progress'. We imagine the entirety of history as culminating in a Darwinian march toward Western Civilisation. We think of our 'progressive values' of liberalism, self-indulgenc...

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