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Bezig met laden... Understand Existentialism (Teach Yourself)door Mel Thompson
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Is this the right book for me? Understand Existentialism breaks down a complex mode of thought into more manageable sections, enabling you to get to grips with the key concepts within the movement. Chart the origins and development of existentialism in a variety of disciplines and learn about significant thinkers from Sartre and De Beauvoir to Beckett and Camus. Whether you are a newcomer or more experienced student, this book will enhance your understanding of a brand of philosophy designed to give meaning and direction amongst the uncertainties of modern life. Understand Existentialism includes: Chapter 1: Introduction to existentialism Chapter 2: Living dangerously: the roots of existentialism Chapter 3: Between birth and death Chapter 4: Existence precedes essence Chapter 5: The authentic life Chapter 6: Freedom, choice and responsibility Chapter 7: The individual, art and society Chapter 8: Existentialism and religion Chapter 9: Authenticity and the absurd: the fiction of Sartre and Camus Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features: Not got much time? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. Author insights Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. Test yourself Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. Extend your knowledge Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the subject. Five things to remember Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. Try this Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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 Google Books — Bezig met laden...GenresDewey Decimale Classificatie (DDC)142.78Philosophy and Psychology Philosophical Systems Critical Philosophy Existentialism And Phenomenology ExistentialismLC-classificatieWaarderingGemiddelde: (4)
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The book is laid out in about 10 chapters which cover an introduction to the topic, the key ideas behind it and finally ending with the key players involved in existentialism. There are loads of references to the literature and art involved in the movement along with plenty of quotes. There is a little repetition along the way but it feels like its important rather than needless.
I really enjoyed reading this book despite the rather heavy subject matter, its pretty easy to read. Occasionally with difficult subjects I feel as though I am being left behind a bit but I never really experienced that emotion reading this book. I can't claim that I understood and absorbed everything but I do feel as though I have a much better grasp of existentialism than I had before. Another thing which I really liked is that no previous knowledge of philosophy is assumed and famous quotes are broken down and explored.
I now look forward to reading some Satre and Camus for the first time as I know more about the subjects covered in their books. I also feel that I now have an even better appreciation of Crime & Punishment by Dostoyevsky.
If you are someone who would like a better understand of existentialism then I heartily recommend this book. (