Existentialism
Title | Existentialism PDF eBook |
Author | Steven Earnshaw |
Publisher | |
Pages | 186 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Existentialism |
ISBN | 9781567319620 |
Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed
Title | Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed PDF eBook |
Author | Steven Earnshaw |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 196 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 9780826485298 |
Provides a clear introduction to the difficult topic of existentialism and offers suggestions for its relevance today
Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed
Title | Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed PDF eBook |
Author | Steven Earnshaw |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 208 |
Release | 2006-11-07 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1441194991 |
Existentialism is often studied by students with little or no background in philosophy; either as an introduction to the idea of studying philosophy or as part of a literary course. Although it is often an attractive topic for students interested in thinking about questions of 'self' or 'being', it also requires them to study difficult thinkers and texts. This Guide for the Perplexed begins with the question of 'What is Existentialism?' and then moves on to provide a brief analysis of the key thinkers, writers and texts - both philosophical and literary - central to existentialism. Chapters focus particularly on Kierkegaard, Heidegger, Sartre and Camus but also discuss other philosophers and writers such as Nietzsche, Dostoevsky and Kafka. The second section of the Guide introduces key topics associated with existentialist thought; Self, Consciousness, the question of God and Commitment. Each chapter explains the concepts and debates and provides guidance on reading and analysing the philosophical and literary texts addressed, focusing throughout on clarifying the areas students find most difficult
The Existentialist's Guide to Death, the Universe and Nothingness
Title | The Existentialist's Guide to Death, the Universe and Nothingness PDF eBook |
Author | Gary Cox |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Pages | 193 |
Release | 2011-11-17 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1441189963 |
The Existentialist's Guide to Death, the Universe and Nothingness is an entertaining philosophical guide to life, love, hate, freedom, sex, anxiety, God and death; a guide to everything and nothing. Gary Cox, bestselling author of How to Be an Existentialist and How to Be a Philosopher, takes us on an exciting journey through the central themes of existentialism, a philosophy of the human condition. The Existentialist's Guide fascinates, informs, provokes and inspires as it explores existentialism's uncompromising view of human reality. It leaves the reader with no illusions about how hard it is to live honestly and achieve authenticity. It has, however, a redeeming humour that sets the wisdom of the great existentialist philosophers alongside the wit of great musicians and comedians. A realistic self-help book for anyone interested in personal empowerment, The Existentialist's Guide offers a wealth of profound philosophical insight into life, the universe and everything.
Sartre: A Guide for the Perplexed
Title | Sartre: A Guide for the Perplexed PDF eBook |
Author | Gary Cox |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Pages | 193 |
Release | 2006-03-23 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1441169881 |
Jean-Paul Sartre in one of the most widely read and important of twentieth-century philosophers, an iconic figure, whose ideas and writings continue to resonate. A confident understanding of Sartre is essential for students of Continental philosophy. Sartre: A Guide for the Perplexed is an illuminating and comprehensive introduction to the work of this major twentieth-century thinker. It identifies the four key themes that run through Sartre's writings - consciousness, freedom, bad faith and authenticity. It explores each theme in detail, building up a clear and thorough overview of Sartre's philosophy in its entirety. Anyone required to read Sartre will find this thematic account of his work an invaluable companion to study.
Kierkegaard: A Guide for the Perplexed
Title | Kierkegaard: A Guide for the Perplexed PDF eBook |
Author | Clare Carlisle |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 180 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 9780826486103 |
Kierkegaard is an important literary and religious figure, as well a major philosopher whom students may have a difficult time comprehending- this guide provides a clear and concise understanding of his work
How to Be an Existentialist
Title | How to Be an Existentialist PDF eBook |
Author | Gary Cox |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 137 |
Release | 2010-06-01 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1441153993 |
How to Be an Existentialist is a witty and entertaining book about the philosophy of existentialism. It is also a genuine self-help book offering clear advice on how to live according to the principles of existentialism formulated by Nietzsche, Sartre, Camus, and the other great existentialist philosophers. An attack on contemporary excuse culture, the book urges us to face the hard existential truths of the human condition. By revealing that we are all inescapably free and responsible - 'condemned to be free,' as Sartre says - the book aims to empower the reader with a sharp sense that we are each the master of our own destiny. Cox makes fun of the reputation existentialism has for being gloomy and pessimistic, exposing it for what it really is - an honest, uplifting, and potentially life changing philosophy!