Welcome to CSS Breakdown: Book by Book — Season 4. In this episode, we continue exploring Will Durant’s timeless reflections from Fallen Leaves. Today, we turn to Durant’s generational lens on morality — where he weighs youthful rebellion, evolving social norms, and the timeless values that continue to shape a healthy society."

In Episode 11 of CSS Breakdown: Book by Book, we explore Will Durant’s reflections on generational morality from his posthumous work Fallen Leaves. With his signature wisdom, Durant bridges the moral contrasts between the puritanical past and our technological present, offering a candid but optimistic vision for society’s moral evolution.

💡 What you'll learn:

• Why youthful rebellion is a necessary part of social transformation
• The enduring importance of continence, marital fidelity, and family structure
• Durant’s nuanced take on issues like divorce, child-rearing, and crime
• The idea that education, not dogma, will guide future generations toward harmony
• A call for balanced morality — one that honors tradition while embracing change

This episode invites CSS aspirants and philosophy lovers alike to rethink what it means to be "moral" in a world that never stops changing.