Existentialism: An Introduction / Edition 1

by Kevin Aho

Overview

Existentialism: An Introductionprovides an ideal introduction for anyone interested in knowing more about one of the most vibrant and important areas of philosophy today.
Kevin Aho draws on a wide range of existentialist thinkers in chapters on the key themes of freedom, being-in-the-world, alienation, nihilism, anxiety and authenticity.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780745651415
Publisher:	Polity Press
Publication date:	04/21/2014
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Kevin Aho is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Florida Gulf Coast University.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 
Preface 

1 Existentialism and Modernity 
2 The Insider’s Perspective 
3 Being-in-the-World 
4 Self and Others 
5 Freedom 
6 Authenticity 
7 Ethics 
8 Marxist, Feminist, and Black Existentialism 
9 Contributions to Psychiatry and Psychotherapy 
10 Existentialism Today 

Selected Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

A clear and fresh introduction to existentialism packed with insights from an impressively wide range of writers including philosophers, poets, and psychotherapists. It’s a timely and astute examination of existentialism’s legacy that shows its relevance for modern challenges such as eco-anxiety and the medicalization of the human condition.”
Skye Cleary, Columbia University

“This is a remarkably impressive introduction to existentialism, demonstrating its wide applicability and contemporary relevance. I most strongly recommend this book to students and specialists alike.”
Patrick Baert, University of Cambridge

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