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This Cambridge Critical Guide provides an in-depth examination of Kierkegaard’s influential work “The Sickness Unto Death,” one of the most significant texts in existential philosophy. Compiled by Jeffrey Hanson and Sharon Krishek, the volume brings together prominent Kierkegaard scholars who explore the text’s central themes, including the nature of despair, the structure of human existence, and the relationship between the self and infinity.
The guide addresses Kierkegaard’s innovative psychological insights into the human condition and his critique of Christendom. Contributors analyze how Kierkegaard develops his understanding of despair as a spiritual sickness and examine the implications for modern philosophy, theology, and psychology. Each chapter breaks down complex philosophical arguments, making this essential work more accessible to students and scholars while preserving its theoretical depth.
Ideal for philosophy students, theologians, and anyone seeking to understand Kierkegaard’s profound influence on existentialism and contemporary thought.
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