Truth and myth are predominant themes in Martin Heidegger s thinking. Heidegger showed that ancient Greek understanding of truth as aletheia (-unconcealment-) can teach us about learning from the wisdom that is found in myths and can also enhance human existence. This book describes some of Heidegger s major insights concerning truth as aletheia and their implications. It also shows how Heidegger s thinking on truth discloses the shallowness and the disrespect for truth in the writings of four well-known postmodernist writers: Lyotard, MacIntyre, Rorty, and Derrida."
Truth and myth are predominant themes in Martin Heidegger s thinking. Heidegger showed that ancient Greek understanding of truth as aletheia (-unconce...
Sartre has more to say about Evil--its origins in, effects on modern man, and how to fight it--than any other philosopher in the 20th century. In this book, the authors examine many of Sartre's literary and philosophical writings for what they have to say about the nature of Evil and its effect on our lives. From this, they evolve guidelines for those wishing to fight Evil in their own lives. Using examples from their experience with human rights violations, the authors suggest that Evil is any attempt to purposely destroy the freedom of a person, and clearly demonstrate that Sartre's work...
Sartre has more to say about Evil--its origins in, effects on modern man, and how to fight it--than any other philosopher in the 20th century. In t...
