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Walter Lowrie's classic, bestselling translation of Sren Kierkegaard's most important and popular books remains unmatched for its readability and literary quality. Fear and Trembling and The Sickness Unto Death established Kierkegaard as the father of existentialism and have come to define his contribution to philosophy. Lowrie's translation, first published in 1941 and later revised, was the first in English, and it has introduced hundreds of thousands of readers to Kierkegaard's thought. Kierkegaard counted Fear and Trembling and The Sickness Unto Death among 'the most perfect books I have written,' and in them he introduces two terms'the absurd' and 'despair'that have become key terms in modern thought. Fear and Trembling takes up the story of Abraham and Isaac to explore a faith that transcends the ethical, persists in the face of the absurd, and meets its reward in the return of all that the faithful one is willing to sacrifice, while The Sickness Unto Death examines the spiritual anxiety of despair.Walter Lowrie's magnificent translation of these seminal works continues to provide an ideal introduction to Kierkegaard. And, as Gordon Marino argues in a new introduction, these books are as relevant as ever in today's age of anxiety.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Fear and Trembling'? A: 'Fear and Trembling' explores the concept of faith, particularly through the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac, emphasizing a faith that transcends ethical norms and embraces the absurd.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Fear and Trembling and The Sickness Unto Death'? A: The book is authored by Søren Kierkegaard, a Danish philosopher considered the father of existentialism.
- Q: What is the significance of the translation by Walter Lowrie? A: Walter Lowrie's translation is renowned for its readability and literary quality, making Kierkegaard's complex ideas accessible to a broad audience.
- Q: How long is the book 'Fear and Trembling and The Sickness Unto Death'? A: The book has a total of 504 pages.
- Q: When was this edition of the book published? A: This revised edition was published on April 28, 2013.
- Q: What are the key concepts introduced in these works? A: Key concepts include 'the absurd' and 'despair,' which are central to Kierkegaard's philosophy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, Walter Lowrie's translation serves as an excellent introduction to Kierkegaard's thought, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is available in new condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the relationship between 'Fear and Trembling' and 'The Sickness Unto Death'? A: 'Fear and Trembling' deals with faith and ethical dilemmas, while 'The Sickness Unto Death' focuses on despair and spiritual anxiety, together illustrating Kierkegaard's exploration of existential themes.