Binding: Paperback
Description: Martin Heidegger considered by some to be the greatest charlatan ever to claim the title of 'philosopher' by some as an apologist for Nazism and by others as an acknowledged leader in continental philosophy is probably the most divisive thinker of the twentieth century. In the second edition of this Very Short Introduction Michael Inwood focuses on Heidegger's most important work Being and Time to explore its major themes of existence in the world inauthenticity guilt destiny truth and the nature of time. These themes are then reassessed in the light of Heidegger's multifaceted later thought and how despite its diversity it hangs together as a single coherent project. Finally Inwood turns to Heidegger's Nazism and anti - semitism to reveal its deep connection with his personality and overall view of philosophy. This is an invaluable guide to the complex and voluminous thought of one of the twentieth century's greatest yet most enigmatic philosophers. About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Heidegger: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Inwood Michael (Emeritus Fellow Of Trinity College Oxford)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780198828662
Pages: 176 Pages, 10 Black And White Images
Publication Date: 3/24/2019
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: Philosophy Of Mind