The Ultimate Supernatural and Philosophy
Title | The Ultimate Supernatural and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Open Universe |
Pages | |
Release | 2021-09-07 |
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ISBN | 9781637700105 |
Supernatural and Philosophy
Title | Supernatural and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | Galen A. Foresman |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Pages | 191 |
Release | 2013-08-07 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1118615999 |
No doubt the years hunting monsters and saving the universe have had their toll on the Winchesters, but their toughest and most gruesome battles are contained in this book. Think Lucifer was diabolically clever? Think again. No son is more wayward than the one who squanders his intellect and academic career pursuing questions as poignant as “Half-awesome? That’s full-on good, right?” Gathered here for the first time since the formation of Purgatory, a collection of research so arcane and horrific that it would make even the late, great Bobby Singer blush. Supernatural and Philosophy tackles all the big ideas in the long-running hit show Supernatural, covering thorny issues in a fun and accessible way. Even those unfamiliar with the show will find fascinating insights into Heaven, Hell, Angels, Demons, God, and Lucifer. A unique collection of insights into the many philosophical, religious, and paranormal topics in the hit TV show, Supernatural Accessible treatment of thorny issues for a general audience Written by philosophical fans of the show, for philosophical fans of the show Those unfamiliar with the show will still find fascinating insights into Heaven, Hell, Angels, Demons, God, Lucifer, and Good and Evil Contributors tackle issues ranging from the biological classifications of monsters, to the epistemological problems of ghost hunting
The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy
Title | The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | Robert Arp |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Pages | 284 |
Release | 2013-09-10 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1118386566 |
Enlightenment from the South Park gang faster than you can say, "Screw you guys, I'm going home"! The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy: Respect My Philosophah! presents a compilation of serious philosophical reflections on the twisted insights voiced by characters in TV’s most irreverent animated series. Offers readers a philosophically smart and candid approach to one of television’s most subversive and controversial shows as it enters its 17th season Draws sharp parallels between the irreverent nature of South Park and the inquiring and skeptical approach of Western philosophy Journeys deep beyond the surface of the show’s scatological humor to address the perennial questions raised in South Park and the contemporary social and political issues that inspire each episode Utilizes familiar characters and episodes to illustrate such philosophical topics as moral relativism, freedom of expression, gay marriage, blasphemy, democracy, feminism, animal ethics, existential questions, and much more It’s a Bigger, Longer & Uncut version of the highly acclaimed South Park and Philosophy: You Know, I Learned Something Today—and is guaranteed to be much funnier than killing Kenny
The Ultimate Star Trek and Philosophy
Title | The Ultimate Star Trek and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | Kevin S. Decker |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Pages | 368 |
Release | 2016-01-27 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1119146011 |
Reunites the editors of Star Trek and Philosophy with Starfleet’s finest experts for 31 new, highly logical essays Features a complete examination of the Star Trek universe, from the original series to the most recent films directed by J.J. Abrams, Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013) Introduces important concepts in philosophy through the vast array of provocative issues raised by the series, such as the ethics of the Prime Directive, Star Trek’s philosophy of peace, Data and Voyager’s Doctor as persons, moral relativism and the Federation’s quest for liberation, the effect of alternate universes on reality and identity, the Borg as transhumanists, Federation Trekonomics, Star Trek’s secular society, and much, much more…! An enterprising and enlightening voyage into deep space that will appeal to hardcore fans and science fiction enthusiasts alike Publishing in time to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the original TV series
The Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy
Title | The Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | Jason T. Eberl |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Pages | 336 |
Release | 2015-10-12 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN | 1119038065 |
Does it take faith to be a Jedi? Are droids capable of thought? Should Jar Jar Binks be held responsible for the rise of the Empire? Presenting entirely new essays, no aspect of the myth and magic of George Lucas’s creation is left philosophically unexamined in The Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy. The editors of the original Star Wars and Philosophy strike back in this Ultimate volume that encompasses the complete Star Wars universe Presents the most far-reaching examination of the philosophy behind Star Wars – includes coverage of the entire film catalogue to date as well as the Expanded Universe of novels, comics, television series, games and toys Provides serious explorations into the deeper meaning of George Lucas’s philosophically rich creation Topics explored include the moral code of bounty-hunter favourite Boba Fett, Stoicism and the Jedi Order, the nature of the Dark Side, Anakin and Achilles in a nihilism face-off, feminism and being chained to a giant slug, cloning, de-extinction, fatherhood, Wookiees, loyalty, betrayal, guardians, republics, tyrants, terrorism, civic duty, friendship, family, and more!
Lost and Philosophy
Title | Lost and Philosophy PDF eBook |
Author | Sharon M. Kaye |
Publisher | Wiley-Blackwell |
Pages | 292 |
Release | 2008 |
Genre | Performing Arts |
ISBN |
"Lost", created by wunderkind JJ Abrams and aired on the US ABC network and Sky in the UK, began in 2004 and ends after its sixth season in 2010.
The Philosophy of the Supernatural
Title | The Philosophy of the Supernatural PDF eBook |
Author | William Henry Platt |
Publisher | |
Pages | 374 |
Release | 1886 |
Genre | Supernatural |
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