Introducing Sartre: A Graphic Guide by Philip Thody (English) Paperback Book

Description: Introducing Sartre by Philip Thody, Howard Read A brilliant illustrated guide to the father of existentialism and one of 20th-century philosophys most famous characters. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Jean-Paul Sartre was once described as being, next to Charles de Gaulle, the most famous Frenchman of the 20th century. Between the end of the Second World War in 1945 and his death in 1980, Sartre was certainly the most famous French writer, as well as one of the best-known living philosophers.Sartre: A Graphic Guide explains the basic ideas that inspired his world view, and pays particular attention to his idea of freedom. It also places his thinking on literature in the context of the 20th century debate on its nature and function. It examines his ideas on Marxism, his enthusiasm for the student rebellion of 1968, and his support for movements of national liberation in the Third World. The book also provides a succinct account of his life, especially the impact of his unusual childhood on his attitude towards French society.This series of graphic guides covers every key thinker and topic in philosophy, psychology, science, politics, religion, cultural studies, linguistics and more. Written by experts and illustrated by leading graphic artists, there is no better way to acquaint yourself with the biggest and best ideas humanity has ever come up with. Notes 4 compact volumes in the Introducing series, which provide introductions to major philosophers and philosophical theories in an accessible, graphic novel format. Author Biography Philip Thody was Professor of French Literature at the University of Leeds until 1993. He died in 1999. Promotional INTRODUCING guide to the father of existentialism and one of 20th century philosophys most famous characters. Long Description A brilliant illustrated guide to the father of existentialism and one of 20th-century philosophys most famous characters. Jean-Paul Sartre was once described as being, next to Charles de Gaulle, the most famous Frenchman of the 20th century. Between the end of the Second World War in 1945 and his death in 1980, Sartre was certainly the most famous French writer, as well as one of the best-known living philosophers. Sartre: A Graphic Guide explains the basic ideas that inspired his world view, and pays particular attention to his idea of freedom. It also places his thinking on literature in the context of the 20th century debate on its nature and function. It examines his ideas on Marxism, his enthusiasm for the student rebellion of 1968, and his support for movements of national liberation in the Third World. The book also provides a succinct account of his life, especially the impact of his unusual childhood on his attitude towards French society. This series of graphic guides covers every key thinker and topic in philosophy, psychology, science, politics, religion, cultural studies, linguistics and more. Written by experts and illustrated by leading graphic artists, there is no better way to acquaint yourself with the biggest and best ideas humanity has ever come up with. Details ISBN1848312113 Author Howard Read Pages 176 Year 2011 Illustrator Howard Read ISBN-10 1848312113 ISBN-13 9781848312111 Format Paperback Publication Date 2011-02-03 Subtitle A Graphic Guide Place of Publication Duxford Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 194 Media Book Short Title INTRODUCING SARTRE Language English Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified UK Release Date 2011-02-03 AU Release Date 2011-02-03 Series Graphic Guides Publisher Icon Books Imprint Icon Books Audience General NZ Release Date 2011-04-04 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:148355392;

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