David Farrell Krell is an Emeritus Professor of Philosophy whose work delves into the profound connections between language, being, and literature. His scholarship often explores existential themes through meticulous critical analysis of seminal philosophical and literary texts. Krell's approach is marked by rigorous thought and a keen ability to uncover the submerged layers of meaning within the works of great thinkers. His influential translations and editorial contributions have significantly advanced the broader understanding and interpretation of complex philosophical concepts.
The book explores Hölderlin's transformative journeys to Bordeaux in 1801-02, highlighting their significance in shaping his poetic vision and personal development. It delves into the experiences and influences he encountered during this period, marking crucial turning points in his life and work. Through detailed analysis, the narrative reveals how these travels impacted his creativity and philosophical outlook, offering insights into the complexities of the poet's journey.
The book offers an intimate exploration of the lives and philosophies of Martin Heidegger, Hannah Arendt, and Jacques Derrida through the lens of David Krell's personal encounters and unpublished correspondence. It highlights the intersection of their ideas with their personal experiences, providing a unique perspective on these influential thinkers as individuals rather than mere biographical subjects. Krell's warm recollections and insights create a rich tapestry that invites readers to engage with the philosophers in a more personal and relatable manner.
Conversations with Henry David Thoreau and Marlonbrando
The narrative juxtaposes contemporary life in the German Black Forest with the reflections of Thoreau at Walden Pond, exploring themes of nature, simplicity, and self-reliance. It highlights the contrasts and similarities between modern existence and Thoreau's philosophical insights, inviting readers to contemplate the impact of environment on lifestyle and values. Through vivid descriptions and thoughtful analysis, the book encourages a deeper understanding of how place shapes human experience.
Exploring the complex interplay between cruelty and tenderness, this book delves into philosophical and psychological insights that challenge readers to reflect on human behavior. It examines the motivations behind acts of cruelty and the capacity for tenderness, providing a thought-provoking analysis of these contrasting emotions and their impact on relationships and society. Through a blend of theory and reflection, it invites an in-depth understanding of the human condition.
Humankind has a profound and complex relationship with the sea, a relationship that is extensively reflected in biology, psychology, religion, literature and poetry. The sea cradles and soothes us, we visit it often for solace and inspiration, it is familiar, being the place where life ultimately began. Yet the sea is also dark and mysterious and often spells catastrophe and death. The sea is a set of contradictions: kind, cruel, indifferent. She is a blind will that will 'have her way'. In exploring this most capricious of phenomena, David Farrell Krell engages the work of an array of thinkers and writers including, but not limited to, Homer, Thales, Anaximander, Heraclitus, Plato, Aristotle, Hölderlin, Melville, Woolf, Whitman, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Schelling, Ferenczi, Rank and Freud. The Sea explores the significance in Western civilization of the catastrophic and generative power of the sea and what humankind's complex relationship with it reveals about the human condition, human consciousness, temporality, striving, anxiety, happiness and mortality.
Exploring the intricate relationship between ecstatic temporality and Heidegger's political legacy, this work delves into philosophical themes that challenge conventional understandings of time and existence. It examines how Heidegger's concepts influence contemporary political thought and invites readers to reconsider the implications of his ideas in today's socio-political context. The lectures aim to provoke critical reflection on the intersections of philosophy, time, and politics, fostering a deeper understanding of their relevance in modern discourse.
The book presents a reconstruction of an unfinished work by Jacques Derrida, focusing on his profound interpretations of Heidegger's philosophy. It delves into the intricate connections and dialogues between the two thinkers, exploring themes of language, existence, and meaning. Through this analysis, readers gain insight into Derrida's critical approach and its implications for contemporary philosophy, highlighting the enduring relevance of Heidegger's ideas in modern thought.
Focuses his discussion of Derrida's final seminars on questions such as death, language, and animality
This collection brings together a wide range of original readings on Friedrich Nietzsche, reflecting many aspects of Neitzsche in contemporary philosophy, literature and the social sciences.
The narrative explores the profound love between poet Friedrich Hölderlin and Susette Gontard, known as "Diotima," blending fiction and nonfiction techniques. This innovative approach offers a fresh perspective on Hölderlin's life and artistry, delving into the emotional and intellectual complexities of their relationship. Through this lens, the book reveals how their bond influenced Hölderlin's work and provides insights into the interplay of love and creativity in his poetry.