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Superheroes

by William Irwin

This book is available for download on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iBooks and on your computer with iTunes. Books must be read on an iOS device.

Description

Explore the philosophical depths of Batman, Superman, Captain America, and your other favorite superheroes—FOR FREE!

Behind the cool costumes, special powers, and unflagging determination to fight evil you’ll find fascinating philosophical questions and concerns deep in the hearts and minds of your favorite comic book heroes.

Why doesn't Batman just kill the Joker and end everyone's misery? Does Peter Parker have a good life? What can Iron Man teach us about the role of technology in society? Bringing together key chapters from books in the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series, this free superhero sampler engages the intellectual might of big thinkers like Aristotle and Kant to answer these questions and many others, giving you new insights on everything from whether Superman is truly an American icon to whether Wolverine is the same person when he loses his memory.

  • Features exclusive bonus content: all-new chapters on Captain America and Thor
  • Gives you a sneak peek at upcoming books: Avengers and Philosophy, Spider-Man and Philosophy, and Superman and Philosophy
  • Includes superheroes from both the DC and Marvel universes: the Avengers, Batman, Captain America, Green Lantern, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Superman, Thor, Watchmen, and the X-Men
  • Gives you a perfect introduction to the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series (learn more at www.andphilosophy.com) FOR FREE!

Whether you're looking for answers or looking for fun, this classic compilation will save the day by helping you gain a deeper appreciation of your favorite comics with an introduction to basic philosophical principles.

Customer Reviews

Wow

It was really good! I was shocked! Im glad there were so many references to the comic books and almost none to the movies!

Interesting Read

This is a great read for comic enthusiasts. It takes a deeper look at some of the philosophy behind some of America's most beloved super heroes. It is also a great introduction to some basic philosophy that cites both classical and contemporary philosphoers.

Superheroes

This book is very interesting it teach you stuff you don't think about a lot

Superheroes
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  • Free
  • Available on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  • Category: Philosophy
  • Published:Jun 24, 2011
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
  • Seller: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
  • Print Length: 256 Pages
  • Language: English
  • Requirements:This book requires iBooks 1.3.1 or later and iOS 4.3.3 or later. Books can only be viewed using iBooks on an iPad, iPhone (3G or later), or iPod touch (2nd generation or later).

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