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Heroes and Philosophy: Buy the Book, Save the World Tapa blanda - 2009 - 1st Edición
de William Irwin (Editor); David K. Johnson (Editor)
This unauthorized look at the philosophy behind the hit television show "Heroes" explores thought-provoking questions, such as Is it okay to lie in order to hide your powers or save the world? and other intriguing quandaries.
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Would the emergence of "heroes" save society or break it?
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Is it okay for the Company to lie, kidnap, and kill
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to secretly protect the public?
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Does Hiro really have a destiny? Do we?
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Is time travel actually possible?
E very episode of Tim Kring's hit TV show Heroes presents a philosophical quandary. When ordinary individuals from around the world inexplicably develop superhuman abilities, they question who they are, struggle to cope with new responsibilities, and decide whether to use their new powers for good or for evil. This book analyzes some of the many questions and issues that make the series so compelling. With the help of some of history's heaviest-hitting philosophical "heroes" such as Plato and Nietzsche, you'll explore everything from the role that memory plays in personal identity to whether the rise of superpowers could break down society. Whether you're new to Heroes or have been a fan since the beginning, this book will take your enjoyment of the series to the next level.
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- Título Heroes and Philosophy: Buy the Book, Save the World
- Autor William Irwin (Editor); David K. Johnson (Editor)
- Encuadernación Tapa blanda
- Número de edición 1st
- Edición 1
- Páginas 320
- Volúmenes 1
- Idioma ENG
- Editorial Wiley, Hoboken, NJ
- Fecha de publicación 2009-08-01
- Features Index, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780470373385 / 0470373385
- Peso 0.95 libras (0.43 kg)
- Dimensiones 9.02 x 6.02 x 0.86 pulgadas (22.91 x 15.29 x 2.18 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Conduct of life, Superheroes
- Número de catálogo de la Librería del Congreso de EEUU 2009007426
- Dewey Decimal Code 791.457
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