The Myth of Modernity: Is There a Bigger Picture?

New Books in Big Ideas

EpisodeJan 20, 202334m

The Myth of Modernity: Is There a Bigger Picture?

New Books in Big Ideas

EpisodeJan 20, 202334m

Many think modernity is about the rise of science, the spread of democracy and capitalism, or the decline of religion or superstition. But those stories ignore the bigger picture about colonialism and race.Guests:Mayra Rivera, professor of Religion and Latinx Studies at Harvard University.Jared Hickman, professor of English at Johns Hopkins University. Author of the book, Black Prometheus: Race and Radicalism in the Age of Atlantic Slavery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/big-ideas

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