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Becoming a Self (Purdue University Press Series in the History of Philosophy),Used
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Soren Kierkegaard (181855) is perhaps best known for his existentialism, and his critique of the Western metaphysical tradition makes him a religiously committed postmodernist. Becoming a Self provides a reader's guide to the book often taken to be Kierkegaard's most important contribution to philosophy and theology. Merold Westphal includes the portion of Kierkegaard's text that develops his infamous thesis that truth is subjectivity, and offers a dose reading of the entire text of Postscript. In addition, he locates the text in the larger authorship of Kierkegaard, with special attention to the theory of stages or existence spheres; in the debate with Hegel, which is one of its most distinctive features; and in the conversations that make up contemporary postmodern philosophy. While postmodernism is usually thought to be inherently secular, Kierkegaard's pseudonym, Johannes Climacus, shows us what a variety of postmodern insights might look like if appropriated by religious thought. He tries to show that the demise of classical paradigms of selfhood do not require the abandonment of subjectivity and inwardness altogether, and that a decentered self can still be a responsible self. This volume continues Westphal's attempt to show that the individualism and 'irrationalism' that have for so long been associated with Kierkegaard's thought are not the abandonment of community and thoughtfulness but powerful protests against major pathologies of complacent modernity. In this light, Kierkegaard's thought can be seen as a nonMarxist form of ideology critique.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Becoming a Self'? A: The main theme of 'Becoming a Self' revolves around Soren Kierkegaard's exploration of subjectivity and selfhood, emphasizing that truth is inherently subjective and connecting his ideas to contemporary postmodern philosophy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Merold Westphal, who provides insights into Kierkegaard’s philosophical contributions.
- Q: What type of philosophy does Kierkegaard represent in this book? A: Kierkegaard is often associated with existentialism and postmodernism, and in this book, he critiques the Western metaphysical tradition from a religious perspective.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, 'Becoming a Self' serves as a reader's guide to Kierkegaard's work, making it accessible for those new to philosophy while still providing depth for advanced readers.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New,' indicating it is in excellent condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Becoming a Self' have? A: 'Becoming a Self' has a total of 276 pages.
- Q: When was 'Becoming a Self' published? A: 'Becoming a Self' was published on September 1, 1996.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Becoming a Self' is categorized under Apologetics.
- Q: Does the book include additional commentary or analysis? A: Yes, Merold Westphal includes commentary and contextual analysis of Kierkegaard's text, focusing on its significance in philosophy and theology.