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1	Irrational Man: A Study in Existential Philosophy more books like this by William Barrett add to wishlist Widely recognized as the finest definition of existentialist Philosophy, this book introduced existentialism to America in 1958. Barrett discusses the views of 19th and 20th century existentialists Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Sartre and interprets the impact of their thinking on literature, art, and philosophy. see all copies from £5.09! new only from £6.54! \| first editions
2	Existentialism from Dostoevsky to Sartre more books like this by Walter Arnold Kaufmann (Editor) add to wishlist This volume provides basic writings of Dostoevsky, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Rilke, Kafka, Ortega, Jaspers, Heidegger, Sartre, and Camus, including some not previously translated, along with an invaluable introductory essay by Walter Kaufmann. see all copies from £5.43! new only from £8.14! \| first editions
3	Being & Nothingness more books like this by Jean-Paul Sartre add to wishlist Published in 1943, "Being and Nothingness" is recognized as a central work of existentialism. This monumental study of the human condition--which many have viewed as a philosophical response to the horrors of World War II--deals with love, hate, sex, anguish, and a great many other themes. According to Sartre, "man is the being by whom Nothingness ... see all copies from £8.04! new only from £8.04! \| signed copies \| first editions
4	Basic Writings of Existentialism more books like this by Gordon Marino (Introduction by), Gordon D Marino (Editor) add to wishlist Basic Writings of Existentialism, unique to the Modern Library, presents the writings of key nineteenth- and twentieth-century thinkers broadly united by their belief that because life has no inherent meaning that humans can discover, we must determine meaning for ourselves. This anthology brings together into one volume the most influential and ... see all copies from £9.18! new only from £9.18!
5	Courage to Be more books like this by Paul Tillich add to wishlist Paul Tillich describes the dilemma of modern man and points a way to the conquest of the problem of anxiety. This editions includes a new introduction reflecting on the impact of the book since it was written. see all copies from £1.36! new only from £4.72! \| first editions
6	Thus Spake Zarathustra more books like this by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche add to wishlist Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) has been proclaimed the seminal figure of modern philosophy as well as one of the most creative and critically influential geniuses in the history of secular thought. "Writing in blood" and "philosophising with a hammer", Nietzsche scathingly criticised modern civilisation's basic ideas, beliefs, and values, and ... see all copies from £1.36! new only from £2.30! \| first editions
7	Existentialism: Basic Writings more books like this by Charles B Guignon add to wishlist see all copies from £6.76! new only from £32.39! \| first editions
8	Human, All Too Human: A Book for Free Spirits more books like this by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche add to wishlist 'Offers dazzling observations of human psychology, social interaction, esthetics, and religion. The book is one of the best examples of Nietzsche's ability to unmask the essence of social reality and expose the origins of our illustrations' - "New York Times Book Review". 'An excellent [translation] - accurate, lively, and in places even elegant. ... see all copies from £6.11! new only from £8.02! \| first editions
9	Existentialism Is a Humanism more books like this by Jean Paul Sartre, John Kulka (Editor), Carol Macomber (Translator) add to wishlist It was to correct common misconceptions about his thought that Sartre accepted an invitation to speak on October 29, 1945, at the Club Maintenant in Paris. The unstated objective of his lecture ("Existentialism Is a Humanism") was to expound his philosophy as a form of "existentialism," a term much bandied about at the time. Sartre asserted that ... see all copies from £8.13! new only from £8.13!
10	Existentialism more books like this by Robert C Solomon add to wishlist Existentialism, Second Edition concentrates on the "big four" existentialists - Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, and Sartre - while providing a strong sense of the breadth and variety of existentialist thought. In this edition, Solomon provides new translations of Kierkegaard, even more extensive Heidegger and Sartre selections, and a bit more ... see all copies from £8.62! new only from £12.98! \| first editions
11 view cover	Existentialism for Dummies more books like this by Christopher Panza, Gregory Gale add to wishlist 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. ... see all copies from £10.17! new only from £10.17!
12 view cover	Daybreak: Thoughts on the Prejudices of Morality more books like this by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche, R J Hollingdale (Translator) add to wishlist Daybreak marks the arrival of Nietzsche's 'mature' philosophy and is indispensable for an understanding of his critique of morality and 'revaluation of all values'. This volume presents the distinguished translation by R. J. Hollingdale, with a new introduction that argues for a dramatic change in Nietzsche's views from Human, All Too Human to ... see all copies from £6.76! new only from £9.02! \| first editions
13 view cover	Critique of dialectical reason, theory of practical ensembles more books like this by Jean Paul Sartre add to wishlist At the height of the Algerian war, Jean-Paul Sartre embarked on a fundamental reappraisal of his philosophical and political thought. The result was the Critique of Dialectical Reason, an intellectual masterpiece of the twentieth century, now republished in two volumes with major original introductions by Fredric Jameson. In it, Sartre set out the ... see all copies from £16.96! new only from £17.43! \| first editions
14 view cover	Essays in existentialism more books like this by Jean Paul Sartre, Wade Baskin add to wishlist see all copies from £6.11! new only from £8.86! \| first editions
15 view cover	Myth of Sisyphus, the more books like this by Albert Camus add to wishlist In this profound and moving philosophical statement, Camus poses the fundamental question: is life worth living? If human existence holds no significance, what can keep us from suicide? As Camus argues, if there is no God to give meaning to our lives, humans must take on that purpose themselves. This is our absurd task, like Sisyphus forever ... see all copies from £1.36! new only from £2.44! \| first editions
16	The Art of Existential Counseling more books like this by Adrian L. van Kaam add to wishlist see all copies from £54.64!
17 view cover	Being and Nothingness: A Phenomenological Essay on Ontology more books like this by Jean-Paul Sartre, Hazel E Barnes (Translator) add to wishlist A new trade edition of Sartre's magnum opus. First published in 1943, this masterpiece defines the modern condition and still holds relevance for today's readers. see all copies from £7.95! new only from £15.35!
18 view cover	Introducing Nietzsche more books like this by Laurence Gane, Kitty Chan (Illustrator) add to wishlist Is God dead? Is traditional morality just 'a useful mistake'? Does 'the will to power' lead to the Holocaust? What are the limitations of scientific knowledge? Is human evolution complete or only just beginning? All of these questions are raised by Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy. It is difficult to over-estimate the importance of Nietzsche for ... see all copies from £1.36! new only from £9.30! \| first editions
19 view cover	From Hegel to Existentialism more books like this by Robert C Solomon add to wishlist Robert Solomon here brings together a collection of his published articles, focusing on key issues in the writings of major continental philosophers, including Hegel, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Satre, and Camus. The essays not only shed light on these writers, but also develop a set of provocative and forcefully-argued original theses, and ... see all copies from £12.22! new only from £30.35! \| first editions
20 view cover	The Bonds of Freedom: Simone de Beauvoir's Existentialist Ethics more books like this by Kristana Arp add to wishlist Simone de Beauvoir published a number of philosophical novels and essays before she wrote her ferminist masterwork The Second Sex. In this volume - the first thorough examination of her unique brand of existentialism - the author pays special attention to her important work, The Ethics of Ambiguity, in which Beauvior draws from many thinkers in ... see all copies from £4.53! new only from £4.53! \| first editions
21 view cover	Critique of Dialectical Reason more books like this by Jean-Paul Sartre, Quintin Hoare (Translator) add to wishlist Sartre's fundamental reappraisal of his philosophical and political thought, an intellectual masterpiece of the twentieth century with original introduction by Fredric Jameson. A theory of history, an analysis of class struggle and a philosophy of action, this work is an intellectual masterpiece of the twentieth century, republished in two volumes ... see all copies from £9.63! new only from £32.84! \| first editions
22 view cover	Introducing Existentialism more books like this by Richard Appignanesi, Oscar Zarate add to wishlist Pope Pius XII condemned Existentialism for its 'terrifying nihilism'. Anguish, despair, absurdity, nothingness...these still have a power to scandalise. Do we find in them the quintessence of Existentialism? Or has Existentialism's truth been eclipsed by its popular appeal? Richard Appignanesi begins with Camus and suicide: 'Must life have a ... see all copies from £1.36! new only from £6.98!
23 view cover	Everyday Theory: A Contemporary Reader more books like this by Becky Renee McLaughlin, Bob Coleman add to wishlist Everyday Theory shows students how to apply critical theories to their everyday lives. In the process, students gain confidence approaching material that can otherwise seem both alien and daunting. This anthology's novel thematic organization provides students with a familiar topic or concept (e.g., money, education, entertainment) to use as a ... see all copies from £11.93! new only from £54.82!
24 view cover	Existentialists and Mystics: Writings on Philosophy and Literature more books like this by Iris Murdoch, Mr. George Steiner (Foreword by), Professor Peter Conradi (Selected by) add to wishlist Best known as the author of 26 novels, Iris Murdoch was also an accomplished essayist and critic who taught philosophy for many years at Oxford University. This work gathers for the first time in one volume her most influential essays and shorter pieces. Included are her major critiques of existentialism written in the 1950s, her two Platonic ... see all copies from £10.44! new only from £12.56!
25 view cover	The Tragic Sense of Life in Men and Nations more books like this by Miguel De Unamuno, Miguel De Unamuno, Anthony Kerrigan (Editor) add to wishlist Unamuno expressed the anguish of modern man in his passionate concept of the Tragic Sense of life, the continual struggle within the 'man of flesh and blood' between the dictates of reason and the demands of his own heart. This book is his acknowledged masterpiece. see all copies from £11.80! new only from £19.78!

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