Have 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
