Mensch And Bubermensch

Eddie Buber, lesser known younger twin of philosopher Martin Buber. Image by Nikki Casey
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Eddie Buber, the dissolute twin of revered philosopher Martin Buber, had a bad time of it at the Charlottesville march when his beard caught on fire.
The philosopher — famous for his “I-Thou” characterization of his relationship with God — has described his relationship with Eddie as “decidedly I-It.”
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