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Concluding Unscientific Postscript to Philosophical Fragments, Volume 1 (Kierkegaard's Writings, Vol 12.1),New
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In Philosophical Fragments the pseudonymous author Johannes Climacus explored the question: What is required in order to go beyond Socratic recollection of eternal ideas already possessed by the learner? Written as an afterword to this work, Concluding Unscientific Postscript is on one level a philosophical jest, yet on another it is Climacus's characterization of the subjective thinker's relation to the truth of Christianity. At once ironic, humorous, and polemical, this work takes on the 'unscientific' form of a mimicalpatheticaldialectical compilation of ideas. Whereas the movement in the earlier pseudonymous writings is away from the aesthetic, the movement in Postscript is away from speculative thought. Kierkegaard intended Postscript to be his concluding work as an author. The subsequent 'second authorship' after The Corsair Affair made Postscript the turning point in the entire authorship. Part One of the text volume examines the truth of Christianity as an objective issue, Part Two the subjective issue of what is involved for the individual in becoming a Christian, and the volume ends with an addendum in which Kierkegaard acknowledges and explains his relation to the pseudonymous authors and their writings. The second volume contains the scholarly apparatus, including a key to references and selected entries from Kierkegaard's journals and papers.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Concluding Unscientific Postscript'? A: The main theme revolves around the subjective relationship of the thinker to the truth of Christianity, exploring what it means to become a Christian beyond mere intellectual understanding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Søren Kierkegaard, a Danish philosopher known for his works on existentialism and Christian theology.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This revised edition was published on April 15, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 650 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its philosophical themes.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: This specific listing is for a paperback edition. Availability in other formats may vary.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: Key features include its philosophical insights, a thorough examination of Christianity, and Kierkegaard's unique writing style that combines irony and dialectical reasoning.
- Q: Does the book include supplementary material? A: Yes, the second volume contains scholarly apparatus, including references and selected entries from Kierkegaard's journals.
- Q: What is the significance of 'Concluding Unscientific Postscript' in Kierkegaard's work? A: It is considered a pivotal work marking the transition to Kierkegaard's 'second authorship', influencing his subsequent writings.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of 'Satire', reflecting Kierkegaard's style and critique of philosophical ideas.