Collected Philosophical Papers

by E. Levinas, A. Lingis (Translator)

Overview

This collection brings together some of the most important short texts of Emmanuel Levinas, a major voice in twentieth century philosophical thought. Translated by renowned philosopher Alphonso Lingis, these writings originally appeared separately as lectures or in various journals over a period of thirty years. Collected Philosophical Papers also includes a comprehensive introduction by Lingis, a valuable tool for researchers and students of Levinas's philosophy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789024733958
Publisher:	Springer Netherlands
Publication date:	03/31/1987
Series:	Phaenomenologica , #100
Edition description:	1987
Pages:	186
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 9.45(h) x 0.02(d)

Table of Contents

1. Reality and Its Shadow.- 2. Freedom and Command.- 3. The Ego and the Totality.- 4. Philosophy and the Idea of Infinity.- 5. Phenomenon and Enigma.- 6. Meaning and Sense.- 7. Language and Proximity.- 8. Humanism and An-archy.- 9. No Identity.- 10. God and Philosophy.- 11. Transcendence and Evil.

Editorial Reviews

Brings together some of the most important short texts of Emmanuel Levinas, a major voice in 20th-century philosophical thought. These writings originally appeared separately as lectures and journal articles over a period of 30 years. Essays introduce or clarify themes found throughout Levinas' thought, particularly his two most sweeping philosophical works, Totality and Infinity and Otherwise than Being, or Beyond Essence. Includes an introduction to his philosophy by the translator. First published in 1987. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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