In American Horror Story and Philosophy, philosophers with varying backgrounds and interests explore different aspects of this popular -erotic thriller- TV show, with its enthusiastic cult following and strong critical approval. The result is a collection of intriguing and provocative thoughts on deeper questions prompted by the creepy side of the human imagination.As an -anthology show,- American Horror Story has a unique structure in the horror genre because it explores distinct subgenres of horror in each season. As a result, each season raises its own set of philosophical issues. The show-s first season, Murder House, is a traditional haunted house story. Philosophical topics expounded here include: the moral issues pertaining to featuring a mass murderer as one of the season-s main protagonists; the problem of other minds-when I see an old hag, how can I know that you don-t see a sexy maid? And whether it is rationally justified to fear the Piggy Man.Season Tw
