Existentialism For Dummies

Your friendly guide to finding meaning in a meaningless world

Is God "dead"? If we are alone, how should we act? These are key questions posed by existentialism. This unintimidating guide clearly explains the concepts of this philosophical movement in plain English. You'll meet the thinkers who helped it evolve — Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Sartre, Camus — and see how existentialist ideas have influenced everything from film and literature to world events.

Discover:

• The birth of existentialism

• What "God is dead" means

• Why it's crucial to live authentically

• An existentialist critique of culture today

• The movement's impact on philosophy and psychology