The Sense of Reality

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Exploring a variety of topics, this collection of essays delves into realism in history, political judgment, socialism, and the influence of Marxism, among others. Berlin examines the cultural upheaval initiated by the Romantics and Russian artistic commitment, providing insightful commentary on nationalism. The title essay reflects on the challenges of understanding the past. Enhanced by a new foreword and previously unpublished works, this collection showcases Berlin's profound insights and engaging writing style, solidifying his legacy as a significant thinker of the twentieth century.