Existentialism: A Reconstruction by David E. Cooper (English) Paperback Book

Description: Existentialism by David E. Cooper aeo The second edition includes new sections on existentialist discussions of religion, politics, and art, and an appendix on the relationship between the philosophies of Heidegger and Sartre. aeo Includes a new preface and expanded bibliography taking note of works by and on existentialist writers that have appeared over the last decade. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in 1990, Existentialism is widely regarded as a classic introductory survey of the topic, and has helped to renew interest in existentialist philosophy. The author places existentialism within the great traditions of philosophy, and argues that it deserves as much attention from analytic philosophers as it has always received on the continent. Back Cover First published in 1990, Existentialism is widely regarded as a classic introductory survey of the topic, and has helped to renew interest in existentialist philosophy.Utilizing recently published primary sources, David E. Cooper provides a sympathetic, original account of a mainstream movement of philosophical thought, reconstructed from the best writing of Heidegger, Sartre, Merleau-Ponty and others. Existentialism is viewed as the attempt to"overcome" various forms of alienation: from the world, one another and oneself.The early chapters describe the existential phenomenology, on the basis of which the dualisms of Cartesian metaphysics are "dissolved". Discussions of the self and others, and of "Angst" and absurdity, lead into chapters on existential freedom and the prospects for an existentialist ethics. Writers discussed include Husserl, Jaspers, Buber, Marcel, and Ortega.The author places existentialism within the great traditions of philosophy, and argues that it deserves as much attention from analytic philosophers as it has always received on the continent. Flap First published in 1990, Existentialism is widely regarded as a classic introductory survey of the topic, and has helped to renew interest in existentialist philosophy. Utilizing recently published primary sources, David E. Cooper provides a sympathetic, original account of a mainstream movement of philosophical thought, reconstructed from the best writing of Heidegger, Sartre, Merleau-Ponty and others. Existentialism is viewed as the attempt to"overcome" various forms of alienation: from the world, one another and oneself. The early chapters describe the existential phenomenology, on the basis of which the dualisms of Cartesian metaphysics are "dissolved". Discussions of the self and others, and of "Angst" and absurdity, lead into chapters on existential freedom and the prospects for an existentialist ethics. Writers discussed include Husserl, Jaspers, Buber, Marcel, and Ortega. The author places existentialism within the great traditions of philosophy, and argues that it deserves as much attention from analytic philosophers as it has always received on the continent. Author Biography David E. Cooper is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Durham. His many books include Epistemology: The Classic Readings (Blackwell 1999); Ethics: The Classic Readings (Blackwell 1997); A Companion to Aesthetics (Blackwell 1992); World Philosophies: An Historical Introduction (Blackwell 1995); Metaphor (1986); Heidegger (1996). He is currently editing the series Philosophy: The Classic Readings (Blackwell Publishers). Table of Contents Preface to Second Edition. Part I: Preliminaries:. 1. The Sources of a Name. 2. Existentialists and The Existentialist. 3. Some Misconceptions. Part II: Philosophy and Alienation:. 4. Battling against Bewitchment. 5. Hegel and Marx. 6. Existentialist and Alienation. Part III: From Phenomenology to Existentialism:. 7.Pure Phenomenology. 8. The Existentialist Critique. Part IV: Being-in-the-World:. 9. World. 10. Human Existence. Part V: Dualisms Dissolved:. 11. Subject versus Object. 12. Mind versus Body. 13. Reason versus Passion. 14. Fact versus Value. Part VI: Self and Others:. 15. Some False Starts. 16.Being-with and Being-for. Part VII: Modes of Self-estrangement:. 17. Public, Herd and the They. 18. Bad Faith and the Predominance of the Other. 19. A Problem. Part VIII: Angst, Death and Absurdity:. 20. Angst. 21. Death. 22. Absurdity. 23. Religious Intimations. Part IX: Existential Freedom:. 24. Freedom and Constraint. 25. Choice and Refusal. 26. Individuals and Tribes. Part X: Existentialism and Ethics:. 27. Existentialism versus Ethics?. 28. Commitment and Availability. 29. Reciprocal Freedom. Part XI: Appendix: . 30. Heidegger and Sartre: An Erroneous Conflation?. Bibliography. Index. Review This revision and update of David Coopers clear and careful reconstructive introduction to existentialist philosophy can only strengthen the impression the original gave that questions raised by existential thinkers are those on which all the larger philosophical debates converge. With its supplements on religion, politics and art, and a closer look at the Heidegger-Sartre link, the book is now an even more formidable challenge to those who still doubt this philosophys credentials. – Alastair Hannay, University of Oslo In this clear and superbly written book, David Cooper provides a thematic presentation of the central ideas of existentialism. He has produced an invaluable work for students and general readers who can appreciate a well-argued, straightforward account of existentialism that does not sacrifice the richness of the ideas that make the philosophy of existentialism so engaging. – James Risser, Seattle University Long Description First published in 1990, Existentialism is widely regarded as a classic introductory survey of the topic, and has helped to renew interest in existentialist philosophy. Utilizing recently published primary sources, David E. Cooper provides a sympathetic, original account of a mainstream movement of philosophical thought, reconstructed from the best writing of Heidegger, Sartre, Merleau-Ponty and others. Existentialism is viewed as the attempt to"overcome" various forms of alienation: from the world, one another and oneself. The early chapters describe the existential phenomenology, on the basis of which the dualisms of Cartesian metaphysics are "dissolved". Discussions of the self and others, and of "Angst" and absurdity, lead into chapters on existential freedom and the prospects for an existentialist ethics. Writers discussed include Husserl, Jaspers, Buber, Marcel, and Ortega. The author places existentialism within the great traditions of philosophy, and argues that it deserves as much attention from analytic philosophers as it has always received on the continent. Review Text ?This revision and update of David Cooper?s clear and careful reconstructive introduction to existentialist philosophy can only strengthen the impression the original gave that questions raised by existential thinkers are those on which all the larger philosophical debates converge. With its supplements on religion, politics and art, and a closer look at the Heidegger-Sartre link, the book is now an even more formidable challenge to those who still doubt this philosophy?s credentials.? ? Alastair Hannay, University of Oslo ?In this clear and superbly written book, David Cooper provides a thematic presentation of the central ideas of existentialism. He has produced an invaluable work for students and general readers who can appreciate a well-argued, straightforward account of existentialism that does not sacrifice the richness of the ideas that make the philosophy of existentialism so engaging.? ? James Risser, Seattle University Review Quote This revision and update of David Coopers clear and careful reconstructive introduction to existentialist philosophy can only strengthen the impression the original gave that questions raised by existential thinkers are those on which all the larger philosophical debates converge. With its supplements on religion, politics and art, and a closer look at the Heidegger-Sartre link, the book is now an even more formidable challenge to those who still doubt this philosophys credentials. - Alastair Hannay , University of Oslo In this clear and superbly written book, David Cooper provides a thematic presentation of the central ideas of existentialism. He has produced an invaluable work for students and general readers who can appreciate a well-argued, straightforward account of existentialism that does not sacrifice the richness of the ideas that make the philosophy of existentialism so engaging. - James Risser , Seattle University Feature * The second edition includes new sections on existentialist discussions of religion, politics, and art, and an appendix on the relationship between the philosophies of Heidegger and Sartre. * Includes a new preface and expanded bibliography taking note of works by and on existentialist writers that have appeared over the last decade. * Comprises the best general account of existentialism which has helped to renew an interest in existentialist philosophy. Details ISBN0631213236 Author David E. Cooper Series Introducing Philosophy Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0631213236 ISBN-13 9780631213239 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 142.78 Series Number 8 Year 1999 Subtitle A Reconstruction Replaces 9780631161929 Birth 1942 Residence ENK Affiliation University of Durham University of Durham, UK University of Durham, UK Short Title EXISTENTIALISM REV/E 2/E DOI 10.1604/9780631213239 UK Release Date 1999-05-28 NZ Release Date 1999-05-28 US Release Date 1999-05-28 Pages 240 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Publication Date 1999-05-28 Imprint Wiley-Blackwell Place of Publication Hoboken Alternative 9780631213222 Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 1999-05-27 Country of Publication United Kingdom We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:4262958;

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