August 3, 2001
Homeric Epic
Homer Simpson, Aristotelian icon? If the authors of a new book have it right, the doughnut-munching, beer-swilling epitome of shifting morality is just the man to give Americans a healthy dose of philosophy.
The Simpsons and Philosophy: The D'oh! of Homer (Open Court Press) explains that, although the cartoon star may be dishonest and insensitive, he is also humble, loving, and occasionally courageous -- three core values of the great philosopher. "This is not about making The Simpsons
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