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Exploring the interplay between politics and personal ethics, this work delves into the philosophical dialogues of Alcibiades, a complex figure in ancient Greek history. The author examines how individual character and soul influence political decisions, highlighting themes of ambition, power, and moral responsibility. Through a critical analysis of Alcibiades’ life and Socratic teachings, the book invites readers to reflect on the implications of personal integrity in the realm of public life and governance.

Offering new and original readings of literature, poetry, and education as interpreted through the conceptual lens of Heidegger's later philosophy of the "Turn", this book helps readers understand Heidegger's later thought and presents new takes on how to engage the themes that emerged from his later writing. Suggesting novel ways to consider Heidegger's ideas on literature, poetry, and education, Magrini and Schwieler provide a deep understanding of the "Turn," a topic not often explored in contemporary Heideggerian scholarship. Their inter- and extra-disciplinary postmodern approaches offer a nuanced examination, taking into account Heidegger's controversial place in history, and filling a gap in educational research.

This collection features speculative philosophical essays that delve into the scholarship of curriculum theorists and Continental philosophers. It emphasizes close readings and interpretations, reviving an important form of curriculum thinking that has largely faded from modern research. By bridging philosophical inquiry with curriculum studies, the book seeks to enrich understanding and foster new perspectives in educational theory and practice.