William Irwin Books

The first book to give Metallica's lyrics the care and contemplation they deserve More than 40 years since their formation, and 125 million albums later, Metallica is as relevant as ever. Much has been written about the band, but The Meaning of Metallica is the first book to focus exclusively on their lyrics. Their mighty guitar riffs and pounding drums are legendary, but Metallica's words match the intensity of their tunes. Lead singer James Hetfield writes rock poetry dealing with death, war, addiction, alienation, corruption, freedom, religion, and other weighty topics. Painting a rainbow of emotions with a deft palette, subtle but not obscure, Hetfield's lyrics deserve careful attention. A master of narrative, Metallica makes listeners care about a vast array of characters, from a vengeful God, to a suicidal teenager, to a man in mid-life crisis. The Meaning of Metallica is like a riveting conversation with a close friend. A thematic tour de force that traces Hetfield's lyrical development across the decades, this companion examines everything from deep cuts like "Confusion" to megahits like "Enter Sandman." Sure to spark debate and discussion, The Meaning of Metallica provides a close reading of lyrics dense with details and rich with allusions.

Presents essays exploring the philosophical themes of the motion picture "The Matrix," which portrays a false world created from nothing but perceptions.

Many critics agree that Joel and Ethan Coen are one of the most visionary and idiosyncratic filmmaking teams of the last three decades. Combining thoughtful eccentricity, wry humor, irony, and often brutal violence, the Coen brothers have crafted a style of filmmaking that pays tribute to classic American movie genres yet maintains a distinctly postmodern feel. Since arriving on the film scene, the Coens have amassed an impressive body of work that has garnered them critical acclaim and a devoted cult following. From Raising Arizona and Fargo to O Brother, Where Art Thou? and No Country for Old Men, the Coens have left an unmistakable imprint on Hollywood. The Philosophy of the Coen Brothers investigates philosophical themes in the works of these master filmmakers and also uses their movies as vehicles to explore fundamental concepts of philosophy. The contributing authors discuss concepts such as justice, the problem of interpretation, existential role-playing, the philosophy of comedy, the uncertainty principle, and the coldness of modernity. The Philosophy of the Coen Brothers is not just for die-hard Lebowski Fest attendees, but for anyone who enjoys big ideas on the big screen.

A look at the philosophical underpinnings of the hit TV show, "Mad Men"With its swirling cigarette smoke, martini lunches, skinny ties, and tight pencil skirts, Mad Men is unquestionably one of the most stylish, sexy, and irresistible shows on television. But the series becomes even more absorbing once you dig deeper into its portrayal of the changing social and political mores of 1960s America and explore the philosophical complexities of its key characters and themes. From Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle to John Kenneth Galbraith, Milton Friedman, and Ayn Rand, Mad Men and Philosophy brings the thinking of some of history's most powerful minds to bear on the world of Don Draper and the Sterling Cooper ad agency. You'll gain insights into a host of compelling Mad Men questions and issues, including happiness, freedom, authenticity, feminism, Don Draper's identity, and more.Takes an unprecedented look at the philosophical issues and themes behind AMC's Emmy Award-winning show, Mad MenExplores issues ranging from identity to authenticity to feminism, and moreOffers new insights on your favorite Mad Men characters, themes, and storylinesMad Men and Philosophy will give "Mad Men" fans everywhere something new to talk about around the water cooler.

Here we can find out about irony and the meaning of life, the politics of the nuclear family, Marxism in Springfield, the elusiveness of happiness, popular parody as a form of tribute, and why we need animated TV shows. As if all that weren't enough, this book actually contains the worst philosophy essay ever.

Drawing from Daoist philosophy, this collection of playful poems explores the tranquility of embracing life's flow and the struggles that come from resisting it. Utilizing deceptively simple language, the verses offer guidance on the journey of recovery. Through clever paradoxes and insightful wisdom, the poems convey messages of hope and inspire joy, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences.

A Filosofia está em toda a parte. Em casa, no trabalho, nas séries de televisão, no cinema, nas páginas da mais recente novela gráfica ou nas personagens do nosso livro favorito. Não tem apenas a ver com a Grécia antiga, Nietzsche ou Kant. Acompanha-nos e ajuda-nos a reflectir sobre as grandes (e também sobre as pequenas) questões da vida. O Essencial e Definitivo Harry Potter e a Filosofia é um guia fascinante que discute inúmeras questões filosóficas no âmbito dos sete livros da série Harry Potter, tais como a vida depois da morte, a redenção de Severus Snape, a razão que leva Harry a escolher a morte, o poder do amor, o destino no mundo dos feiticeiros ou Sirius Black, homem ou cão? A análise de toda a saga Harry Potter, para fãs e apreciadores que queiram aprofundar filosoficamente o seu conhecimento deste mundo fantástico. O Essencial e Definitivo Harry Potter e a Filosofia de William Irwin , Gregory Bassham

Was würde Aristoteles über Sheldon Coopers Leben sagen?Warum würde Thomas Hobbes die Mitbewohnervereinbarung gutheißen? Und wen würde Immanuel Kant dafür verspotten, unentwirrbare Lügengespinste zu spinnen?«The Big Bang Theory und die Philosophie» liefertdie Antworten und verbindet auf unwiderstehlichstreberhafte Weise die Theorien der größten Denkerder Welt mit Einblicken in die genialen Köpfe derKultserie. Es gibt viele Bücher über Philosophie,doch nur diesem gelingt ein formvollendeter Bogen-schlag zu Darth Vader, Mr. Spock, Wolverine,Superman, Green Lantern und «World of Warcraft».Bazinga!

'Die Simpsons' zählen zu den beliebtesten Fernsehserien der Welt. Ihr Erfolg zeigt, dass die gelben Zeichentrickfiguren mehr sind als irgendeine Familie. In der Welt von Springfield geht es um die Grundfragen der Menschheit. In elf ebenso brillanten wie komischen Essays denken elf Philosophen über 'Die Simpsons und die Philosophie' nach – ein geistreiches und amüsantes Buch über die berühmteste Fernsehfamilie und die besten Philosophen aller Zeiten.

Metallica und Philosophie, man könnte denken hier prallten zwei Welten aufeinander. So ist es aber nicht, Metallica ist nicht nur laut und schnell, es ist auch eine Band die auf ihre Art ernste Themen anspricht und Stellung bezieht. Der Philosophieprofessor und Metallica-Fan William Irwin zeigt Ihnen was die Band mit den Lehren von Nietzsche, Kierkegaard und Marx gemein hat. Eine Gruppe ist mehr als die Menge ihrer Musik und Texte und so wird am Ende auch die Frage geklärt was eine Band ihren Fans schuldet.