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Either/Or, Part II (Kierkegaard's Writings, Vol. 4),Used
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Sren Kierkegaard, the nineteenthcentury Danish philosopher rediscovered in the twentieth century, is a major influence in contemporary philosophy, religion, and literature. He regarded Either/Or as the beginning of his authorship, although he had published two earlier works on Hans Christian Andersen and irony. The pseudonymous volumes of Either/Or are the writings of a young man (I) and of Judge William (II). The ironical young man's papers include a collection of sardonic aphorisms; essays on Mozart, modern drama, and boredom; and 'The Seducer's Diary.' The seeming miscellany is a reflective presentation of aspects of the 'either,' the esthetic view of life.Part II is an older friend's 'or,' the ethical life of integrated, authentic personhood, elaborated in discussions of personal becoming and of marriage. The resolution of the 'either/or' is left to the reader, for there is no Part III until the appearance of Stages on Life's Way. The poeticreflective creations of a master stylist and imaginative impersonator, the two men write in distinctive ways appropriate to their respective positions.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Either/Or, Part II? A: The main theme of Either/Or, Part II revolves around the ethical life of integrated, authentic personhood, contrasting the aesthetic view of life presented in Part I.
- Q: Who is the author of Either/Or, Part II? A: The author of Either/Or, Part II is Søren Kierkegaard, a prominent nineteenth-century Danish philosopher.
- Q: What are the key features of Either/Or, Part II? A: Key features include philosophical essays on ethics, personal becoming, and marriage, as well as the distinct styles of the young man and Judge William.
- Q: How many pages are in Either/Or, Part II? A: Either/Or, Part II contains 536 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was Either/Or, Part II published? A: Either/Or, Part II was published on January 1, 1987.
- Q: Is Either/Or, Part II a continuation of a previous work? A: Yes, it is a continuation of Either/Or, Part I, and serves to explore the ethical perspective in contrast to the aesthetic.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Can you describe the writing style in Either/Or, Part II? A: The writing style is characterized by poetic and reflective prose, showcasing Kierkegaard's mastery of language and philosophical thought.
- Q: What philosophical topics are discussed in Either/Or, Part II? A: Topics include the nature of ethical living, personal identity, and the complexities of marriage and relationships.