Heidegger on Language and Death - The Intrinsic Connection in Human Existence (Paperback, NIPPOD)

Martin Heidegger was one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century. His analysis of human existence proves an inexhaustible ground for thinkers of all backgrounds who seek answers for their specific questions left open or opened up by our times. This book explores the intrinsic connection between two fundamentally human traits, language and death. Heidegger addresses each of these traits in depth, without ever explicitly outlining their relationship in a separate theory. However, in a close examination of Heidegger's magnum opus, Being and Time, Joachim L. Oberst uncovers a connection in three basic steps. Ultimately the author argues that the human invention of language is motivated by the drive towards immortality - language emerges from the experience of mortality as a response to it. This is a refreshing look at one of the most challenging and influential philosophers of our times.

General

Imprint:	Continuum Publishing Corporation
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Continuum Studies in Continental Philosophy
Release date:	December 2011
First published:	October 2011
Authors:	Joachim L. Oberst
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	238
Edition:	NIPPOD
ISBN-13:	978-1-4411-0770-1
Languages:	English
Subtitles:	English
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Philosophy > General Books > Philosophy > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4411-0770-3
Barcode:	9781441107701

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