Existentialism pervades modern culture, yet if you ask most people what it means, they won't be able to tell you. In this lively and topical introduction, Wartenberg reveals a vibrant mode of philosophical inquiry that addresses concerns at the heart of the existence of every human being.
He uses classic films, novels, and plays to present the ideas of now-legendary Existentialist thinkers from Nietzsche and Camus to Sartre and Heidegger and to explore central concepts, including freedom, anxiety, and the absurd. Special attention is paid to the views of Simone de Beauvoir and Frantz Fanon, who use the theories of existentialism to address gender and colonial oppression.
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"It is good refreshment of what existentialism can mean for your day to day life. It is one of the most practical philosophies and motivational for developing your own identity." — Piet (4 out of 5 stars)
"It is good refreshment of what existentialism can mean for your day to day life. It is one of the most practical philosophies and motivational for developing your own identity."
" Excellent introduction. His writing style isn't the prettiest thing in the world, but he does a great job of explaining difficult topics in an easy-to-understand way. "
" Great introduction, very accessible, thought-provoking "
" As good a guide on the subject as anyone can read. Goes into all the major ideas and doesn't make any mistakes. I would suggest reading it. "
" Is it informative? Could be... thus remains as a "reference", but it is oversimplified even for a beginner. "
" An unbiased comprehensive book to start getting introduced to basics of existentialism. "
" Guaranteed to make your mind smoke. "
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