Lecture (1995-02-18)

Summary

The transcript explores the symbolic significance of the number twelve in human culture, focusing on James Joyce's Finnegan's Wake and its connections to astrology, mythology, and the jury system. It includes a detailed personal account of jury duty, reflections on legal concepts like jury nullification, and critiques of political and social institutions. The speaker also discusses Irish literature, coincidence, and the influence of ritual and poetry on law and society.