{"product_id":"true-detective-and-philosophy-a-deeper-kind-of-darkness-paperback","title":"True Detective and Philosophy: A Deeper Kind of Darkness - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWilliam Irwin\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eJacob Graham\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eTom Sparrow\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInvestigating the trail of philosophical leads in HBO's chilling \u003ci\u003eTrue Detective\u003c\/i\u003e series, an elite team of philosophers examine far-reaching riddles including human pessimism, Rust's anti-natalism, the problem of evil, and the 'flat circle'.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe first book dedicated to exploring the far-reaching philosophical questions behind the darkly complex and Emmy-nominated HBO True Detective series\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplores in a fun but insightful way the rich philosophical and existential experiences that arise from this gripping show\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGives new perspectives on the characters in the series, its storylines, and its themes by investigating core questions such as: Why Life Rather Than Death? Cosmic Horror and Hopeful Pessimism, the Illusion of Self, Noir, Tragedy, Philosopher-Detectives, and much, much more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDraws together an elite team of philosophers to shine new light on why this genre-expanding show has inspired such a fervently questioning fan-base\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Does the world need bad men? \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Does Rust really know who he is? \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Is the light winning? \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e And why life rather than death? \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e As arguably one of the most existential flagship series in modern times, \u003ci\u003eTrue Detective\u003c\/i\u003e's spine-chilling storylines have attracted a fervently questioning fan-base, alongside significant online coverage and fan sites, inspiring substantial philosophical debate from both fans and serious philosophers alike. \u003ci\u003eTrue Detective and Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e delves into the many existential and ethical questions that arise in this darkly complex, character-driven series. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Investigating the deep philosophical issues behind the show's characters and engrossing narratives, these eighteen original essays explore questions that include: Why Life Rather Than Death? Cosmic Horror and Hopeful Pessimism, the Illusion of Self, Noir, Tragedy, Philosopher-Detectives, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Essential reading for fans and philosophers, the stimulating chapters in \u003ci\u003eTrue Detective and Philosophy\u003c\/i\u003e accessibly explore the deeper meanings behind this genre-expanding crime show.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Jacob Graham\u003c\/b\u003e is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia. His research focuses on ancient and modern philosophy, as well the value of philosophy in popular culture. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Tom Sparrow\u003c\/b\u003e is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Slippery Rock University, Pennsylvania. His primary research is in continental philosophy and phenomenology. His recent publications include \u003ci\u003ePlastic Bodies\u003c\/i\u003e (2015) and \u003ci\u003eThe End of Phenomenology\u003c\/i\u003e (2014). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e William Irwin\u003c\/b\u003e (series editor) is Herve A. LeBlanc Distinguished Service Professor and Chair of Philosophy at King's College in Pennsylvania. Irwin originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books with Seinfeld and Philosophy in 1999 and is the General Editor of The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series. He has overseen recent titles including \u003ci\u003eThe Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy, Wonder Woman and Philosophy, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAlien and Philosophy. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 13, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51759132541216,"sku":"9781119280781","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/ce1bebccfef7904d0fb391b6d5b9f3da.webp?v=1780143003","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/true-detective-and-philosophy-a-deeper-kind-of-darkness-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}