Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed

Steven Earnshaw

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Language: English

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB, 2006

0826485294 / 9780826485298

Series: Book 2 of 65 - Guides for the Perplexed

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Continuum's "Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to fathom, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material. 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 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.

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Title
Existentialism: A Guide for the Perplexed
Author
Steven Earnshaw
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB
Publication year
2006
Condition
New
Binding
Hardback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0826485294
ISBN 13
9780826485298
Item weight
350 grams
Series
Book 2 of 65: Guides for the Perplexed

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