Harman, Graham

Heidegger Explained: From Phenomenon to Thing (Ideas Explained) (Ideas Explained)

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ISBN 13:
9780812696172
author:
Harman, Graham
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2007
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
152mm X 228mm
Genre:
Modern Western philosophy, c 1600 to the present
Condition:
New
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£18.79

Description

Heidegger Explained From Phenomenon to Thing by Graham Harman is an introduction to the philosophy of Martin Heidegger that makes his ideas accessible to readers without a background in philosophy. At its core, Heidegger's thought revolves around one key idea: being is not simply presence, but rather something more complex and multifaceted. Harman argues that human beings are not detached observers of the world, but are instead thrown into a world where light and shadow coexist. This understanding has significant implications for how we think about our relationships with the world and with each other. The book concludes by exploring Heidegger's concept of the fourfold, a notoriously complex idea that Harman seeks to clarify in an approachable and clear manner. By examining Heidegger's philosophy in this way, Harman provides a fresh perspective on one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. This book is ideal for anyone looking to understand Heidegger's ideas without being intimidated by his complex terminology.

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