The Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Kierkegaard and Fear and Trembling
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The Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Kierkegaard and Fear and Trembling by John Lippitt
Kierkegaard is widely regarded as the 'father of existentialism', although his influence can be observed across the spectrum of twentieth century continental philosophy and philosophy of religion. Fear and Trembling is his most compelling and popular work and is heralded as a benchmark in twentieth century philosophy. The Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Kierkegaard and Fear and Trembling examines the major themes that arise in this classic work of religious and existential philosophy. It also explores the broader aspects of Kierkegaard's influence on philosophy as a whole. The book assumes no previous knowledge of Kierkegaard's work and will be essential reading for any student studying the ideas of this important thinker. Kierkegaard and Fear and Trembling introduces and assesses: Kierkegaard's life and the background to Fear and Trembling The ideas and text of Fear and Trembling, his most famous work Kierkegaard's continuing importance in philosophy.
John Lippitt is Reader in Ethics and Philosophy of Religion at the University of Hertfordshire. He is author of Humour and Irony in Kierkegaard's Thought (2000).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415180474 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415180473 |
| Title | The Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Kierkegaard and Fear and Trembling |
| Author | John Lippitt |
| Series | Routledge Philosophy Guidebooks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2003-06-26 |
| Number of pages | 232 |
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