Title
Concluding Unscientific Postscript to Philosophical Fragments, Volume II : (Kierkegaard's Writings, 12),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 explores the relationship between the subjective thinker and the truth of Christianity, contrasting objective truth with individual belief.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Concluding Unscientific Postscript' is Søren Kierkegaard, a prominent Danish philosopher.
- Q: What is the significance of this book in Kierkegaard's works? A: This book is considered a pivotal work in Kierkegaard's authorship, marking a transition in his thought following The Corsair Affair.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: While it contains profound insights, it may be challenging for beginners due to its complex themes and philosophical jargon.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the First Edition, published on June 15, 1992.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition, suitable for readers looking for a fresh copy.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the features of this book? A: Features include scholarly apparatus, references, and selected entries from Kierkegaard's journals and papers.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Science & Scientists'.