"Existence precedes essence" by Jean-Paul Sartre (Explained by AI)
Kolby Granville Kolby Granville

"Existence precedes essence" by Jean-Paul Sartre (Explained by AI)

"Existence precedes essence" is a fundamental tenet of existentialist philosophy, particularly associated with the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre. This phrase encapsulates a key existentialist idea and signifies a departure from traditional philosophical notions about the nature of human beings.

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September, 2024 - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Magazine Is Out!

September, 2024 - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Magazine Is Out!

The September, 2024 - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Magazine is out! Read exclusive short stories that ask “what if” ethical and philosophical questions. Sign up today on the website to get your copy!

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After Dinner Conversation:  Remembering The Past - Release Today!
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After Dinner Conversation: Remembering The Past - Release Today!

Carefully curated stories from our monthly magazine to create a themed short story book about the philosophy and ethics as we revisit and examine our past as individuals. Perfect for classrooms and book clubs, each story is 1,500-7,000 words and comes with five suggested discussion questions.

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The Most Important Sentences In Philosophy (According to AI)
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The Most Important Sentences In Philosophy (According to AI)

Identifying the single most important sentences in philosophy is subjective and can vary depending on personal perspectives and philosophical orientations. However, some sentences are widely recognized for their impact and influence on philosophical thought.

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After Dinner Conversation:  Business Ethics Is Out!
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After Dinner Conversation: Business Ethics Is Out!

Carefully curated stories from our monthly magazine to create a themed short story book about the philosophy and ethics of business. Perfect for classrooms and book clubs, each story is 1,500-7,000 words and comes with five suggested discussion questions. Edition Editor - donalee Moulton

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Free Sample Philosophy Ethics Short Story Fiction Books For Educators
Kolby Granville Kolby Granville

Free Sample Philosophy Ethics Short Story Fiction Books For Educators

Imagine if Kurt Vonnegut wrote a short story version of “The Allegory of the Cave” or “The Myth of Sisyphus.”

“After Dinner Conversation” (non-profit publisher) just received an education-focused donation so we could provide free sample copies of our books to educators.

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After Dinner Conversation:  Government Ethics Is Out!
Kolby Granville Kolby Granville

After Dinner Conversation: Government Ethics Is Out!

Carefully curated stories from our monthly magazine to create a themed short story book about the philosophy and ethics of government law and regulation. Perfect for classrooms and book clubs, each story is 1,500-7,000 words and comes with five suggested discussion questions. Edition Editor - Kolby Granville

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Five Year Anniversary of After Dinner Conversation!
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Five Year Anniversary of After Dinner Conversation!

Five years ago the website went live, with a total staff of paid and unpaid volunteers of exactly one…just me. And a belief that the world needed a place for people to have reasonable and respectful conversations.

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