Bakewell, Sarah
At The Existentialist Cafe: Freedom, Being, and Apricot Cocktails
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099554882
- author:
- Bakewell, Sarah
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 5.1 x 1.1 x 7.8 inches
- Genre:
- Popular Philosophy Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
At the Existentialist Café Freedom, Being, and Apricot Cocktails by Sarah Bakewell In the 1930s, a chance encounter at a Parisian bar sparked a philosophical movement that would change the world. This book tells the story of how three influential thinkers - Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Raymond Aron - came together to create a new approach to philosophy, one that emphasized individual freedom, authentic being, and social responsibility. From the early days of existentialism to its impact on modern society, Bakewell's book weaves together biography and philosophy to create a compelling narrative of passionate encounters, intellectual debates, and social activism. With its unique blend of history, philosophy, and personal stories, this book offers a fresh perspective on one of the 20th century's most significant intellectual movements.
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