The Book of Dead Philosophers

Alternate Titles

• Libro de los filósofos muertos

Description

In this collection of brief lives (and deaths) of nearly two hundred of the world’s greatest thinkers, noted philosopher Simon Critchley creates a register of mortality that is tragic, amusing, absurd, and exemplary. From the self-mocking haikus of Zen masters on their deathbeds to the last words of Christian saints and modern-day sages, this irresistible book contains much to inspire both amusement and reflection. Informed by Critchley’s acute insight, scholarly intelligence, and sprightly wit, each entry tells its own tale, but collected together they add up to a profound and moving investigation of meaning and the possibility of happiness for us all. (Source: [Penguin Random House](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/33624/the-book-of-dead-philosophers-by-simon-critchley/))

First Sentence

Introduction. "This book begins from a simple assumption: what defines human life in our corner of the planet at the present time is not just fear of death, but an overwhelming _terror_ of annihilation."

Subjects

Genres

• Anecdotes

Other Editions

• The Book of Dead PhilosophersPaperbackVintage Books2009-02-10
• The book of dead philosophersGranta Books2008-01-01
• Book of Dead PhilosophersMelbourne University Publishing2008-01-01
• The Book of Dead Philosophers Simon CritchleyGranta Books (UK)2009-01-01
• Olu Filozoflar KitabiPaperbackBilgesu Yayincilik2015-11-07
• El libro de los filósofos muertosPaperbackTAURUS2019-01-17