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Kathleen Marie Higgins

    Kathleen Higgins is a prolific writer and a recognized scholar of Nietzsche's work, delving into profound philosophical themes. Her scholarship explores the intricate relationship between music and human existence, offering unique interpretations of complex ideas. Higgins leverages her extensive academic background and philosophical insight to make challenging concepts accessible. Readers will appreciate her ability to connect dense philosophical thought with universal human experiences.

    Eine kurze Geschichte der Philosophie
    Aesthetics in Grief and Mourning
    • Aesthetics in Grief and Mourning

      Philosophical Reflections on Coping with Loss

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the interplay between aesthetics and the grieving process, Kathleen Marie Higgins emphasizes how sensory experiences can provide grounding during times of loss. The book discusses both culturally scripted rituals, like funerals, and everyday activities, such as storytelling and engaging with art and music, as vital for healing. By highlighting the significance of aesthetic practices, Higgins offers insights into how they can facilitate personal and communal flourishing amidst grief, ultimately illustrating the transformative power of beauty in navigating sorrow.

      Aesthetics in Grief and Mourning
    • Ob Buddha, Konfuzius, Sokrates oder Descartes, Spinoza, Kant, Hegel, Marx und Simone de Beauvoir: Für diese und viele andere bedeutende Philosophen war die Liebe zur Weisheit die Mitte ihres Lebens. Sie haben mit ihren Ideen das Denken und die Geschichte der Menschheit beeinflußt. Robert C. Solomon und Kathleen M. Higgins erzählen von den großen Zusammenhängen und lassen die Unterschiede und Ähnlichkeiten im Denken der wichtigsten Philosophen deutlich werden. Ein informativer und erfrischender Reiseführer durch mehr als dreitausend Jahre Weltphilosophie.

      Eine kurze Geschichte der Philosophie