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How to Be an Existentialist: 10th Anniversary Edition
by Gary Cox
Overview
How to Be an Existentialist by Gary Cox is a clear and accessible introduction to existentialist philosophy. It demystifies complex ideas by focusing on practical applications of existentialist thought in everyday life.
The book explores key themes such as freedom, choice, authenticity, and the absurd. Cox presents existentialism not just as a philosophical theory but as a guide to living a meaningful life despite uncertainty and anxiety.
Through concise explanations and examples, the book encourages readers to embrace responsibility for their actions and to create their own values. It serves as a useful primer for those new to existentialism and those seeking to apply its principles practically.
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Existentialism emphasizes individual freedom and responsibility.
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Authenticity involves living according to one's self-defined values.
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Life has no inherent meaning; meaning is created through choices.
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Anxiety and absurdity are natural parts of human existence.
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Existentialism rejects deterministic or externally imposed values.
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Freedom requires embracing uncertainty and making deliberate choices.
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Existentialist thought encourages personal empowerment and self-awareness.
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