Sartre: A Guide for the Perplexed

Guides for the Perplexed

by Gary Cox

Jean-Paul Sartre in one of the most widely read and important of twentieth-century philosophers, an iconic figure, whose ideas and writings continue to resonate. A confident understanding of Sartre is essential for students of Continental philosophy.

A Guide for the Perplexed is an illuminating and comprehensive introduction to the work of this major twentieth-century thinker.  It identifies the four key themes that run through Sartre's writings - consciousness, freedom, bad faith and authenticity. It explores each theme in detail, building up a clear and thorough overview of Sartre's philosophy in its entirety.  Anyone required to read Sartre will find this thematic account of his work an invaluable companion to study.

Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction

194 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Gary Cox is a British philosopher and biographer and the author of several books on Jean-Paul Sartre, existentialism, general philosophy, ethics and philosophy of sport.

Reviews

[Kamakana · Rating 5 out of 5]

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.??? 2000s: this is where i started in philosophy, no excuses, but either he is very good in flowing and revealing language, not jargon, to explain sartre, or sartre is easier than i thought, or i remember more sartre than i thought. After having read some of sartre’s own work i must say he is equal to the man himself in getting the ideas across.

[eriin ! · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great comprehensive guide of Sartre. I used this while researching extensively for an academic project, and it summed up his work so well I would definitely recommend it to anyone struggling with Sartre’s thinking.

This book creates an easy way to understand whilst not simplifying his works, making it a great entryway.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's perfect for Satre beginners but at the same time, not too dumbed down. very good.