William Irwin
Heroes and Philosophy
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* Would the emergence of heroes save society or break it?* Is it okay for the Company to lie, kidnap, and kill* to secretly protect the public?* Does Hiro really have a destiny? Do we?* Is time travel actually possible?E very episode of Tim Kring's hit TV show Heroes presents a philosophical quandary. When ordinary individuals from around the world inexplicably develop superhuman abilities, they question who they are, struggle to cope with new responsibilities, and decide whether to use their new powers for good or for evil. This book analyzes some of the many questions and issues that make the series so compelling. With the help of some of h…
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* Would the emergence of heroes save society or break it?* Is it okay for the Company to lie, kidnap, and kill* to secretly protect the public?* Does Hiro really have a destiny? Do we?* Is time travel actually possible?E very episode of Tim Kring's hit TV show Heroes presents a philosophical quandary. When ordinary individuals from around the world inexplicably develop superhuman abilities, they question who they are, struggle to cope with new responsibilities, and decide whether to use their new powers for good or for evil. This book analyzes some of the many questions and issues that make the series so compelling. With the help of some of history's heaviest-hitting philosophical heroes such as Plato and Nietzsche, you'll explore everything from the role that memory plays in personal identity to whether the rise of superpowers could break down society. Whether you're new to Heroes or have been a fan since the beginning, this book will take your enjoyment of the series to the next level.
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Weitere Autoren: Johnson, David K.
- ISBN: 978-0-470-37338-5
- EAN: 9780470373385
- Produktnummer: 4598426
- Verlag: Wiley
- Sprache: Englisch
- Erscheinungsjahr: 2009
- Seitenangabe: 320 S.
- Masse: H23.1 cm x B15.2 cm x D2.1 cm 435 g
- Gewicht: 435
Über den Autor
David Kyle Johnson is an assistant professor of philosophy at King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He has contributed to several books in the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series, including Family Guy and Philosophy and The Office and Philosophy.William Irwin is a professor of philosophy at King's College. He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books as coeditor of the bestselling The Simpsons and Philosophy and has overseen recent titles, including Batman and Philosophy, House and Philosophy, and Watchmen and Philosophy.
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