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Philosophy of Life and Absurdism (Touchstone of Extension) - Softcover

Book 2 of 3: Touchstone of Extension

Zhang, Hongjin

 
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Synopsis

Philosophy of life attempts to answer one basic question in philosophy: ‘What is the meaning of life and how to achieve a happy life?’ and emphasises on the relation between philosophy and life.
Taken into consideration modern developments, the field takes a more specific meaning, because of its origin out of modernity. From Nietzsche to Camus, they all attempt to find a possible solution to the problem of the meaning of life and deals with the whole question in the aftermath of nihilism.
Camus’ absurdism is a mediation between Nietzsche and the existentialists. Through the myth of Sisyphus, it is revealed that the pain traditionally attributed to Sisyphus is empty, and he, in putting a philosophical-of-life attitude into practice, becomes a modern hero and symbolises our struggle against absurdity.
This work discusses the significance and reasoning of philosophy of life in the context of absurdism, and focuses on these rare moments where hope is found. A collection of private reflections, poems and an essay accompanies this exploration.

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