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In Praise of Folly

9 min read 12 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

Folly herself delivers a hilarious, razor-sharp satire exposing the absurdity of scholars, kings, and clergy—revealing that true wisdom lies in embracing our own foolishness.

You’ll learn

  • Why the wisest people are often the biggest fools
  • How self-deception fuels happiness and society
  • The difference between destructive and divine madness
  • Why humility and laughter are paths to wisdom