The Thinkers Who Explain This Baffling Era
The Atlantic · 19 Jun 2026

The Thinkers Who Explain This Baffling Era

These philosophers are less arcane—and more relevant—than some readers might think. This is an edition of the Books Briefing, our editors’ weekly guide to the best in books. Sign up for it here. My favorite essays feel like surprising chemical reactions: Their materials combine into something novel


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Philosophers today provide insights that resonate with the complexities of our current era, making their work more relevant than ever. Their essays can spark unexpected connections and ideas, akin to surprising chemical reactions.


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