Savater stands as one of Spain's most popular living philosophers, essayists, and celebrated authors. His extensive body of work delves into a diverse range of subjects, from contemporary ethics and politics to cinema and literary studies. He defines himself as an agnostic, an anglophile, and a defender of Enlightenment values in the Voltairian tradition. His writing explores complex issues with clarity and intellectual depth.
This accessible introduction to philosophy by a prominent Spanish philosopher explores fundamental questions about identity, existence, freedom, and death. Savater connects contemporary issues with historical philosophical ideas, using quotes from thinkers like Wittgenstein and Sartre. Ideal for beginners and general readers alike.