Concerning Intellectual Suicide in The Human Race
by Massimo Fantini
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Pub Date 21 May 2023 | Archive Date 22 Feb 2024
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Description
Intellectual suicide corresponds to the more or less conscious decision to switch off the brain and renounce rational thought in favor of attitudes dictated by superstitions, by established habits, by prejudices, by common places. The effects of irrational choices – made with the brain switched off – can be devastating for oneself and for the others. Examples range from conformism, to religious superstitions, to ideological fundamentalism, just to name a few possibilities.
Tommaso, the protagonist of this debate, is the victim of his parents’ intellectual suicide, perpetrated through procreation. Procreation – the unilateral act by which a couple throws innocent individuals into the stillicidium of life, without weighing the consequences that the hell of existence will have on them – is the most heinous form of intellectual suicide in the human race, not least because of the scale of its consequences.
The author’s intention is to shine the spotlight on the one reality that unites us all, that accompanies our lives from birth until death, but which is casted to our periphery: the human condition.
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
This book goes deep into the concept of intellectual suicide, shedding light on its various manifestations and the profound impact it has on individuals and society. Through Tommaso's journey, the book exposes the consequences of irrational choices driven by superstitions, prejudices, and conformity. What struck me most about this book is its unflinching exploration of procreation as a form of intellectual suicide, challenging readers to confront the ethical implications of bringing new lives into a world fraught with existential complexities. This book is a great read for anyone seeking to engage with philosophical discourse in a meaningful way.
Sue E, Reviewer
Alright folks, let's talk about Concerning Intellectual Suicide in The Human Race – buckle up because this book is about to blow your mind! Ever wonder why people sometimes make the most bone-headed decisions? Well, this gem goes headfirst into the murky waters of intellectual suicide, exposing how our brains sometimes take a vacation when we really need them most. Meet Tommaso, the poster child for parental oopsies, and join him on a wild ride through the tangled mess of human existence. But fair warning, this ain't your typical Sunday afternoon read – it's a mind-bending exploration of life, death, and everything in between. So, if you're ready to challenge your beliefs, expand your mind, and maybe even question your sanity, grab a copy of this bad boy and get ready for a rollercoaster of existential proportions! 🎢
