The Labyrinth
An Existential Odyssey with Jean-Paul Sartre
Published on 14. April 2020
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-1-4197-4002-2 (ISBN)
Description
An original look at the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre-told in cartoons
As graduates embark on the next phase of their lives, what better way to get them accustomed to the rat race they are about to enter than by introducing them to the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre? Cleverly told through the story of a pair of rats trapped in the labyrinth of existence, this allegory humorously conveys the key ideas of Sartre's existential philosophy in graphic-novel form-accessible for students and readers of all ages.
In addition, two reputable Sartre scholars have contributed the introduction and afterword: Gary Cox, a British philosopher with a doctorate from the University of Birmingham, and Christine Daigle, professor of philosophy at Brock University in Canada.
As graduates embark on the next phase of their lives, what better way to get them accustomed to the rat race they are about to enter than by introducing them to the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre? Cleverly told through the story of a pair of rats trapped in the labyrinth of existence, this allegory humorously conveys the key ideas of Sartre's existential philosophy in graphic-novel form-accessible for students and readers of all ages.
In addition, two reputable Sartre scholars have contributed the introduction and afterword: Gary Cox, a British philosopher with a doctorate from the University of Birmingham, and Christine Daigle, professor of philosophy at Brock University in Canada.
Reviews / Votes
"Designed for the studious and dabblers alike, this guide works as an accessible primer on one of the 20th century's weightiest thinkers." * Publishers Weekly * "A great primer for anyone, but especially YA readers interested in existentialism." * Library Journal *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Abrams
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 207 mm
Width: 186 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
538 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4197-4002-2 (9781419740022)
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Persons
Ben Argon grew up in France surrounded by artists, authors, and philosophers of all kinds. It was then that he started making comics. At the age of reason, his attraction to science led him to embark on a corporate career, where he now leads teams of scientists and knowledge workers. He lives in Amsterdam.