Sartre, JeanPaul

Sketch for the Theory of Emotions (Routledge Classics) (Routledge Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780415267526
author:
Sartre, JeanPaul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Routledge
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
80
Dimensions:
129mm X 198mm
Genre:
Phenomenology & Existentialism
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£17.51

Description

Sketch for a Theory of the Emotions is a seminal work by Jean-Paul Sartre, first published in 1939. In this influential piece, Sartre challenges prevailing emotion theories and offers a fresh perspective on human emotions.

By subjecting existing ideas to critical analysis, Sartre reveals that emotions are not fixed entities, but rather intentional and strategic ways of coping with difficult situations. This approach highlights the agency and control we have over our emotional responses.

This concise yet thought-provoking work showcases Sartre's unique philosophical perspective on human emotions. Its witty approach makes it an engaging read for anyone interested in psychology and philosophy.

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