With all of its defects, the global market makes war less likely, even between the USA and China.
Umberto EcoTo imagine secret societies and conspiracy is a way not to react to the social and political life. Because you say, "We don't know who they are. We cannot react without reasoning." So it is a way to keep people far from the political environment.
Umberto EcoWhen one starts writing a book, especially a novel, even the humblest person in the world hopes to become Homer.
Umberto EcoBeing a professional philosopher is, I would say, feeling natural to think about small and great problems. It is the only pleasure.
Umberto Eco