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At The Existentialist Caf: Freedom, Being, And Apricot Cocktails With Jeanpaul Sartre, Simone De Beauvoir, Albert Camus, Martin
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Named One Of The Ten Best Books Of 2016 By The New York Times, A Spirited Account Of A Major Intellectual Movement Of The Twentieth Century And The Revolutionary Thinkers Who Came To Shape It, By The Bestselling Author Of How To Live And Humanly Possible Sarah Bakewell.Paris, 1933: Three Contemporaries Meet Over Apricot Cocktails At The Becdegaz Bar On The Rue Montparnasse. They Are The Young Jeanpaul Sartre, Simone De Beauvoir, And Longtime Friend Raymond Aron, A Fellow Philosopher Who Raves To Them About A New Conceptual Framework From Berlin Called Phenomenology. You See, He Says, If You Are A Phenomenologist You Can Talk About This Cocktail And Make Philosophy Out Of It!It Was This Simple Phrase That Would Ignite A Movement, Inspiring Sartre To Integrate Phenomenology Into His Own French, Humanistic Sensibility, Thereby Creating An Entirely New Philosophical Approach Inspired By Themes Of Radical Freedom, Authentic Being, And Political Activism. This Movement Would Sweep Through The Jazz Clubs And Cafs Of The Left Bank Before Making Its Way Across The World As Existentialism.Featuring Not Only Philosophers, But Also Playwrights, Anthropologists, Convicts, And Revolutionaries, At The Existentialist Caf Follows The Existentialists' Story, From The First Rebellious Spark Through The Second World War, To Its Role In Postwar Liberation Movements Such As Anticolonialism, Feminism, And Gay Rights. Interweaving Biography And Philosophy, It Is The Epic Account Of Passionate Encountersfights, Love Affairs, Mentorships, Rebellions, And Long Partnershipsand A Vital Investigation Into What The Existentialists Have To Offer Us Today, At A Moment When We Are Once Again Confronting The Major Questions Of Freedom, Global Responsibility, And Human Authenticity In A Fractious And Technologydriven World.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has four hundred sixty-four pages. It provides a comprehensive exploration of existentialist philosophy and its key figures.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures six point zero two inches in length, nine point zero two inches in height, and zero point nine one inches in width.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Sarah Bakewell. She is known for her engaging writing style and insightful exploration of philosophical themes.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book is categorized under Philosophers. It delves into the lives and thoughts of influential existentialist thinkers.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of freedom, authenticity, and political activism. It discusses the impact of existentialism in various social movements.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It presents philosophical concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is generally appropriate for adults and older teens. It discusses complex philosophical ideas that may require maturity to fully appreciate.
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- Q: Are there any references to notable philosophers in this book? A: Yes, the book references notable philosophers like Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Albert Camus. Their ideas are central to the narrative.
- Q: Is this book a biography or a philosophical text? A: This book intertwines both biography and philosophy. It offers insights into the lives of existentialist thinkers while discussing their philosophical contributions.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or images? A: No, this book does not include illustrations or images. It focuses on text to convey its philosophical themes.
- Q: What is the main focus of the book? A: The main focus of the book is the existentialist movement and its impact on modern thought. It explores key figures and their revolutionary ideas.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, this book is not part of a series. It stands alone as a comprehensive account of existentialist philosophy.