Difficulty Quote by Ray Brassier
“Like many, I suspect, I found the difficulty of analytic philosophy unglamorous and therefore less appealing. This is regrettably superficial but superficiality is characteristic of youth. In my late teens I became enamored of Nietzsche, Bataille, and Artaud.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unspecified philosophical essay, 2020
Analytic philosophy appears dull to youth, leading them toward more provocative thinkers.
In simple terms: Youth find analytic philosophy unappealing, preferring dramatic thinkers.
Key Takeaway
Explore diverse philosophies early.
Themes
youth
philosophy
appeal
intellectual curiosity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
introspective
When to use this quote
- college courses
- reading groups
- personal study
- debate clubs
Key Concepts
analytic philosophy
existentialism
aesthetic judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does aesthetic appeal influence philosophical choice?
- Can depth be found in less glamorous ideas?
A Different Perspective
Youth may miss rigorous thinking by dismissing analytic philosophy.
