by Jule Owen | Aug 17, 2023 | Book review, Human belief, Myth, Scientism, Uncategorized
Mary Midgley, one of the most profound philosophers of the 20th century, presents a compelling argument in her book The Myths We Live By (2003). She challenges the idea that myths are simply outdated or false stories, asserting instead that myths are essential to how...
by Jule Owen | Apr 22, 2022 | Book review, Human belief, Myth, Scientism
Mary Midgley’s “The Myths We Live By” is a profound exploration of the underlying myths and metaphors that shape human thought and culture. Midgley, a prominent British philosopher, delves into the concept of myth not as a falsehood, but as a fundamental...
by Jule Owen | Feb 1, 2022 | Book review, Human belief, Religion, Scientism
In his thought-provoking book The Religion of Technology: The Divinity of Man and the Spirit of Invention, David F. Noble explores the intricate relationship between technology and religious belief. The work delves into the historical and philosophical roots of...