"In order to be, desire must become conscious, but in order to be conscious, it must already be."

Paul Ricoeur (1913 - 2005)
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About Paul Ricoeur

Paul Ricoeur (1913-2005) was a French philosopher known for his works in existentialism, hermeneutics, and phenomenology. He made significant contributions to the fields of ethics, political philosophy, and the philosophy of language. Ricoeur's philosophical work often focused on the nature of interpretation, understanding, and narrative identity. His writings explored the complex relationship between language, history, and culture with a deep emphasis on the importance of narrative in human experience.

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