Philosophy
A recurring idea that shapes Notes from Underground.

A bitter underground voice attacks reason, progress, self-interest, and the unstable performance of consciousness.
A bitter underground voice attacks reason, progress, self-interest, and the unstable performance of consciousness.
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A bitter underground voice attacks reason, progress, self-interest, and the unstable performance of consciousness.
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