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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100192802569

ISBN-139780192802569

eBay Product ID (ePID)1981822

Product Key Features

Book TitleKierkegaard : a Very Short Introduction

Number of Pages144 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicIndividual Philosophers, History & Surveys / Modern

Publication Year2002

IllustratorYes

GenrePhilosophy

AuthorPatrick Gardiner

Book SeriesVery Short Introductions Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight4.4 Oz

Item Length6.9 in

Item Width4.4 in

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LCCN2002-514246

ReviewsReview from previous edition: "Patrick Gardiner's beautifully written Kierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being."-- Independent "Marvellously lucid and readable book."--E. Pivcevic, University of Bristol, Review from previous edition:"Patrick Gardiner's beautifully writtenKierkegaardmakes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being."--Independent "Marvellously lucid and readable book."--E. Pivcevic, University of Bristol, 'Lucid sketch for the beginner of the thinking of the man who initially discarded theology for philosophy and literature and subsequently influenced theology more.'Patrick Lambe, New College, Oxford. Theological Book Review, 'Lucid sketch for the beginner of the thinking of the man who initiallydiscarded theology for philosophy and literature and subsequently influencedtheology more.'Patrick Lambe, New College, Oxford. Theological Book Review, 'Review from previous edition Patrick Gardiner's beautifully writtenKierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being.'Independent, 'Review from previous edition Patrick Gardiner's beautifully written Kierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being. 'Independent'Marvellously lucid and readable book.'E. Pivcevic, Department of Philosophy, University of Bristol'Lucid sketch for the beginner of the thinking of the man who initially discarded theology for philosophy and literature and subsequently influenced theology more.'Patrick Lambe, New College, Oxford. Theological Book Review, 'Review from previous edition Patrick Gardiner's beautifully written Kierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being. 'Independent, Review from previous edition: "Patrick Gardiner's beautifully written Kierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being."--Independent"Marvellously lucid and readable book."--E. Pivcevic, University of Bristol, Review from previous edition: "Patrick Gardiner's beautifully written Kierkegaard makes him come alive both as a thinker and as a human being."--Independent "Marvellously lucid and readable book."--E. Pivcevic, University of Bristol

Dewey Edition21

Dewey Decimal198/.9

Table Of Content1. Life and character2. Philosophical background3. The immorality of an age4. Modes of existence5. Truth and subjectivity6. Freedom and the self7. Conclusion

SynopsisSoren Kierkegaard (1813-55), one of the most original thinkers of the nineteenth century, wrote widely on religious, psychological, and literary themes. This book shows how Kierkegaard developed his views in emphatic opposition to prevailing opinions. It describes his reaction to the ethical and religious theories of Kant and Hegel, and it also contrasts his position with doctrines advanced by men like Feuerbach and Marx. Kierkegaard's seminal diagnosis of the human condition, which emphasizes the significance of individual choice, has arguably been his most striking philosophical legacy, particularly for the growth of existentialism. Both that and his arresting but paradoxical conception of religious belief are critically discussed, and Patrick Gardiner concludes this lucid introduction by showing how Kierkegaard has influenced contemporary thought.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable., Soren Kierkegaard (1813-55), one of the most original thinkers of the nineteenth century, wrote widely on religious, psychological, and literary themes. This book shows how Kierkegaard developed his views in emphatic opposition to prevailing opinions. His arresting but paradoxical conception of religious belief is critically discussed, and Patrick Gardiner concludes this lucid introduction by showing how Kiekegaard has influenced contemporary thought., Scholars have largely misunderstood Soren Kierkegaard, remembering him chiefly in connection with the development of existentialist philosophy in this century. In a short and unhappy life, he wrote many books and articles on literary, satirical, religious and psychological themes, but the diversity and idiosyncratic style of his writing have contributed to a misunderstanding of his ideas. In this book--the only introduction to the full range of Kierkegaard's thought--Patrick Gardiner demonstrates how Kierkegaard developed his ideas and examines his thoughts in light of the doctrines on society developed by his contemporaries Marx and Feuerbach. Finally, he assesses the profound importance of Kierkegaard's ideas on the development of modern ways of thinking., Soren Kierkegaard (1813-55), one of the most original thinkers of the nineteenth century, wrote widely on religious, psychological, and literary themes. This book shows how Kierkegaard developed his views in emphatic opposition to prevailing opinions. It describes his reaction to the ethical and religious theories of Kant and Hegel, and it also contrasts his position with doctrines advanced by men like Feuerbach and Marx. Kierkegaard's seminal diagnosis of the human condition, which emphasizes the significance of individual choice, has arguably been his most striking philosophical legacy, particularly for the growth of existentialism. Both that and his arresting but paradoxical conception of religious belief are critically discussed, and Patrick Gardiner concludes this lucid introduction by showing how Kierkegaard has influenced contemporary thought.

LC Classification NumberB4377.G37 2002