Kierkegaard's Authorship: A Guide to the Writings of Kierkegaard

Kierkegaard's Authorship is a critical introduction to his life and work, highlighting his central purposes and making it possible to avoid dubious interpretations. It also serves as a biography of the library he created, which was his deed and life. This book is essential for scholars and researchers of Philosophy, especially existentialism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 428 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in English in 1968, Kierkegaard's Authorship: A Comprehensive Examination delves into the life and profound significance of the renowned Danish philosopher. It begins with a concise account of Kierkegaard's background and philosophical trajectory, and concludes with a brief exploration of his relationship with multifaceted existentialism. Through a comprehensive review of Kierkegaard's entire authorship, this work sheds light on his central purposes and enables readers to avoid some of the dubious interpretations that have emerged from more narrowly selective studies.

This critical introduction and guide hold immense importance, particularly due to Kierkegaard's deliberate and distorted style, as well as the fact that half of his works are actually antagonistic to his own views. By employing pseudonymous works, Kierkegaard aimed to guide readers toward truth through a process of frustration, ultimately prompting them into existence. In another sense, the body of the book can be seen as a biography, as the library he created was not just a collection of books but a testament to his deed and life.

For scholars and researchers of Philosophy, particularly existentialism, Kierkegaard's Authorship is an essential read. It provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Kierkegaard's thought, offering valuable insights into his philosophical legacy and its enduring impact on the field.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032643441