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Anti-Mimetic

Anti-Mimetic

On becoming who we are in a mimetic world.

By Luke Burgis
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“Luke is, simply put, the most important explainer and champion of the most important thinker (Rene Girard) of modern times. Where others merely give takes on the current moment, Luke uses his Girardian lens to see above and beyond and offers us ways to get through. Vital work from a vital voice.”
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