If philosophy piques your interest, specifically the reflective and often revolutionary Continental tradition, then "Continental Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" is a fine choice. Simon Critchley invites you into a world where philosophy is not just academic, but deeply intertwined with the fabric of existence, presenting complex concepts in a digestible form. It's the perfect primer to understand some of the most profound thinkers and their contributions to the way we perceive everything from the self to society.

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In this enlightening new Very Short Introduction , Simon Critchley shows us that Continental philosophy encompasses a distinct set of philosophical traditions and practices, with a compelling range of problems all too often ignored by the analytic tradition. He discusses the ideas and approaches of philosophers such as Kant, Hegel, Nietzsche, Husserl, Heidegger, Sartre, Habermas, Foucault, and Derrida. He also introduces key concepts such as existentialism, nihilism, and phenomonology, by explaining their place in the Continental tradition.The perfect guide for anyone interested in the great philosophers, this volume explains in lucid, straightforward language the split between Continental and Anglo-American philosophy and the importance of acknowledging Continental philosophy.About the Combining authority with wit, accessibility, and style, Very Short Introductions offer an introduction to some of life's most interesting topics. Written by experts for the newcomer, they demonstrate the finest contemporary thinking about the central problems and issues in hundreds of key topics, from philosophy to Freud, quantum theory to Islam.

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