Socrates Meets Marx: The Father of Philosophy Cross-examines the Founder of CommunismUtilizing the dialogue format that the Greek philosopher made famous, Kreeft presents the latest in his series of small books on philosophy. In a unique and compelling take on the philosophies of the modern world, Kreeft pits the ancient Greek philosopher against the founder of Communism. Humorous, frank, and insightful, this book challenges the reader to step in and take hold of what is right and to cast away what is wrong. Topics covered include such varied subjects as private property, the individual, the ಜThree Philosophies of Manಝ, women, individualism, and more. A wonderful introduction to philosophy for the neophyte, and a joy for the experienced student. |
Contents
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28 | |
The Present Time Can Human Nature Change? | 46 |
Do Saints Refute Communism? | 60 |
The Question of Freedom | 65 |
What Has Capitalism Wrought? | 77 |
What Has Communism Wrought? | 89 |
Can Human Nature Be Changed? | 141 |
Communist Culture An Oxymoron? | 147 |
The Family | 150 |
Education | 155 |
Women | 161 |
Nations | 171 |
Three Philosophies of Man | 174 |
Materialism | 181 |
Is Communism Predestination? | 95 |
Private Property | 105 |
Objections to Communism | 124 |
Individuality | 133 |
The Steps to Communism | 189 |
Acknowledgment | |
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