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PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-100470276991
ISBN-139780470276990
eBay Product ID (ePID)77944723
Product Key Features
Book TitleExistentialism for Dummies
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2008
TopicMovements / Existentialism, Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects
IllustratorYes
GenrePhilosophy, Education
AuthorGregory Gale, Christopher Panza
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight16.8 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-930834
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal142.78
Table Of ContentIntroduction. Part I: Introducing Existentialism. Chapter 1: What Is Existentialism? Chapter 2: The Big Names of Existentialism. Part II: The Fundamental Problem: God Is Dead. Chapter 3: If God Is Dead, Is Life Meaningless? Chapter 4: Anxiety, Dread, and Angst in an Empty World. Part III: Living a Meaningful Life in a Meaningless World. Chapter 5: The Challenge of Absurdity and Authenticity. Chapter 6: Understanding Our Unique Way of Existing in the World. Chapter 7: Not Tonight, Honey: Why We Need More Passion in Our Lives. Chapter 8: Sar tre's Existentialism: Learning to Cope with Freedom. Chapter 9: Finding Authenticity: Facing Death, Conscience, and Time. Chapter 10: Kierkegaard: The Task of Being a Religious Existentialist. Chapter 11: Niet zsche: Mastering the Art of Individuality. Part IV: The Enduring Impact of Existentialism. Chapter 12: Fear and Loathing in Existential Politics. Chapter 13: Existentialism and Other Schools of Philosophical Thought. Chapter 14: Doing Psychology the Existential Way. Part V: Part of Tens. Chapter 15: Ten Great Existential Movies. Chapter 16: Ten Great Works of Existential Literature. Index.
SynopsisHave you ever wondered what the phrase "God is dead" means? You'll find out in Existentialism For Dummies , a handy guide to Nietzsche, Sartre, and Kierkegaard's favorite philosophy. See how existentialist ideas have influenced everything from film and literature to world events and discover whether or not existentialism is still relevant today. You'll find an introduction to existentialism and understand how it fits into the history of philosophy. This insightful guide will expose you to existentialism's ideas about the absurdity of life and the ways that existentialism guides politics, solidarity, and respect for others. There's even a section on religious existentialism. You'll be able to reviewkey existential themes and writings. Find out how to: Trace the influence of existentialism Distinguish each philosopher's specific ideas Explain what it means to say that "God is dead" See culture through an existentialist lens Understand the existentialist notion of time, finitude, and death Navigate the absurdity of life Master the art of individuality Complete with lists of the ten greatest existential films, ten great existential aphorisms, and ten common misconceptions about existentialism, Existentialism For Dummies is your one-stop guide to a very influential school of thought., Is God dead? Are we all ultimately alone? If we are indeed free to act independently, how can we relate to the rules of society? Existentialism has perplexed philosophy and theology students for decades., Explore key existential themes and writings Your friendly guide to finding meaning in a meaningless world Is God "dead"? If we are alone, how should we act? These are key questions posed by existentialism. This unintimidating guide clearly explains the concepts of this philosophical movement in plain English. You'll meet the thinkers who helped it evolve Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Sartre, Camus and see how existentialist ideas have influenced everything from film and literature to world events. Discover: The birth of existentialism What "God is dead" means Why it's crucial to live authentically An existentialist critique of culture today The movement's impact on philosophy and psychology
LC Classification NumberB819
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- 11. Mär. 2025
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