What I Believe-Bertrand Russell
What I Believe by Bertrand Russell.
Provides a brief indication of the beliefs of philosopher Bertrand Russell, focusing on his hopes for the future. The topics included are: nature and man, the good life, moral rules, individual and social salvation, and science and happiness.
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Provides a brief indication of the beliefs of philosopher Bertrand Russell, focusing on his hopes for the future. The topics included are: nature and man, the good life, moral rules, individual and social salvation, and science and happiness.
Featured on Classic Philosophy Library.
Public-domain recording courtesy of LibriVox (librivox.org).
This episode includes AI-generated content.
- Duration
- 1h 31m
- Broadcast on
- 06 Nov 2026
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- other
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What I Believe by Bertrand Russell.
Provides a brief indication of the beliefs of philosopher Bertrand Russell, focusing on his hopes for the future. The topics included are: nature and man, the good life, moral rules, individual and social salvation, and science and happiness.
Featured on Classic Philosophy Library.
Public-domain recording courtesy of LibriVox (librivox.org).
This episode includes AI-generated content.
Provides a brief indication of the beliefs of philosopher Bertrand Russell, focusing on his hopes for the future. The topics included are: nature and man, the good life, moral rules, individual and social salvation, and science and happiness.
Featured on Classic Philosophy Library.
Public-domain recording courtesy of LibriVox (librivox.org).
This episode includes AI-generated content.