Question Everything: A Stone Reader

In the face of misinformation and deception, The Stone Reader, a landmark collection of 133 essays from The New York Times award-winning philosophy series, has become a bulwark of reason. Now, in our third year of the pandemic, philosophy in the public sphere is more important than ever, and Question Everything tackles the sweeping questions that have sprung from our moment, including whether democracy is possible, what it is like to be a woman, and whether speech should be free. The essays collected here tell a story of truth-seeking in a time of doubt, shifting reality, and change, taking us through the seeming end of the world and beyond.

Format: Hardback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2022
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

The Stone Reader, a groundbreaking compilation of 133 essays from The New York Times' esteemed philosophy series, was released when the world was in dire need of insight and wisdom. For many, the book became a steadfast bastion of reason, shielding them from the rising tide of factless rhetoric, deepfakes, and deception. As we navigate our third year of the pandemic, where misinformation persists, editors Peter Catapano and Simon Critchley argue that philosophy in the public sphere has never been more crucial.

Question Everything, a captivating anthology featuring essays by philosophers, artists, actors, and activists, including renowned figures such as Ai Weiwei, Cate Blanchett, and Elena Ferrante, delves into the profound questions that have emerged from our time. These essays explore the sweeping themes that have shaped our reality, including the possibility of democracy, the experiences of women, the freedom of speech, and much more.

Through these thought-provoking pieces, the book weaves a narrative of truth-seeking in the face of doubt, the transformation of reality, and the journey beyond the confines of the world as we know it. The essays collected here offer a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of philosophy to navigate the complexities of our time. Whether you are a philosopher, artist, activist, or simply someone seeking deeper understanding, Question Everything is a must-read that will inspire and challenge you in equal measure.

Weight: 882g
Dimension: 244 x 165 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781324091837