Game of thrones philosophy
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An in-depth look at the philosophical issues behind HBO's Game of Thrones television series and the books that inspired it George R.R.
Are honor and virtue necessary for happiness, or do they get in the way?
Can wargs, direwolves, and other magical beings reveal truths about consciousness and our own reality?
Does prophecy show that we are mere pawns of destiny, or are we free to live authentic lives?
If ever a story was ripe for philosophical analysis, George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series is. In Westeros and beyond the Narrow Sea, Martin's fantasy world is filled with dozens of complex characters in conflict with themselves and others, facing self-doubt, moral hazard, deception, uncertainty, hubris, and social and political unrest. While the Seven Kingdoms have been plunged into war, beyond the Wall, the horrors of winter are coming. And far away, a young queen wrestles with her destiny as she journeys to reclaim her home. This insightful guide draws on the works of Machiavelli, Hobbes, Descartes, Augustine, Plato, Aristotle, and many other great philosophers to analyze key characters and plotlines while exploring themes of war, honor, knowledge, morality, gender politics, and more.
An in-depth look at the philosophical issues behind HBO's Game of Thrones television series and the books that inspired it
George R.R. Martin's New York Times bestselling epic fantasy book series, A Song of Ice and Fire, and the HBO television show adapted from it, have earned critical acclaim and inspired fanatic devotion. This book delves into the many philosophical questions that arise in this complex, character-driven series, including: Is it right for a "good" king to usurp the throne of a "bad" one and murder his family? How far should you go to protect your family and its secrets? In a fantasy universe with medieval mores and ethics, can female characters reflect modern feminist ideals?
Timed for the premiere of the second season of the HBO Game of Thrones series Gives new perspectives on the characters, storylines, and themes of Game of Thrones Draws on great philosophers from ancient Greece to modern America to explore intriguing topics such as the strange creatures of Westeros, the incestuous relationship of Jaime and Cersei Lannister, and what the kings of Westeros can show us about virtue and honor (or the lack thereof) as they play their game of thronesEssential reading for fans, Game of Thrones and Philosophy will enrich your experience of your favorite medieval fantasy series.
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Taal: en
Bindwijze: Paperback
Oorspronkelijke releasedatum: 09 maart 2012
Aantal pagina's: 320
Illustraties: Nee
Hoofdauteur: W Irwin
Tweede Auteur: Henry Jacoby
Hoofdredacteur: Henry Jacoby
Tweede Redacteur: Henry Jacoby
Hoofduitgeverij: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Personage: Game of Thrones
Extra groot lettertype: Nee
Product breedte: 152 mm
Product hoogte: 27 mm
Product lengte: 229 mm
Studieboek: Nee
Verpakking breedte: 153 mm
Verpakking hoogte: 25 mm
Verpakking lengte: 228 mm
Verpakkingsgewicht: 436 g
EAN: 9781118161999