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  • The Good Place and Philosophy

    Everything is Forking Fine!

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Dive into the moral philosophy at the heart of all four seasons of NBC’s The Good Place, guided by academic experts including the show’s philosophical consultants Pamela Hieronymi and Todd May, and featuring a foreword from creator and showrunner Michael SchurExplicitly dedicated to the philosophical concepts, questions, and fundamental ethical dilemmas at the heart of the thoughtful and ambitious ... Read more

    $12.00 USD

  • The Last of Us and Philosophy

    Look for the Light

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Did Joel do the right thing when he saved Ellie?Are those infected by the Cordyceps conscious?Are communities necessary for human survival and flourishing?Should Ellie forgive Joel?Is Abby’s revenge morally justified? Is Ellie’s?The Last of Us franchise includes two of the best video games ever created and the critically acclaimed HBO series. Renowned for br... ... Read more

    $13.00 USD

  • The Ultimate Star Trek and Philosophy

    The Search for Socrates

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Reunites the editors of Star Trek and Philosophy with Starfleet’s finest experts for 31 new, highly logical essaysFeatures a complete examination of the Star Trek universe, from the original series to the most recent films directed by J.J. Abrams, Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)Introduces important concepts in philosophy through the vast array of provocative issues raised by ... Read more

    $15.00 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Dungeons and Dragons and Philosophy

    Read and Gain Advantage on All Wisdom Checks

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Do demons and devils have free will? Does justice exist in Menzoberranzan? What’s the morality involved with player characters casting necromancy and summoning spells?Dungeons & Dragons and Philosophy probes the rich terrain of philosophically compelling concepts and ideas that underlie Dungeons & Dragons, the legendary fantasy role-playing game that grew into a world-wide cultural phenomenon. A ... Read more

    $11.00 USD

  • The Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy

    You Must Unlearn What You Have Learned

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Does it take faith to be a Jedi? Are droids capable of thought? Should Jar Jar Binks be held responsible for the rise of the Empire? Presenting entirely new essays, no aspect of the myth and magic of George Lucas’s creation is left philosophically unexamined in The Ultimate Star Wars and Philosophy.The editors of the original Star Wars and Philosophy strike back in this Ultimate volume that ... Read more

    $16.00 USD

  • True Detective and Philosophy

    A Deeper Kind of Darkness

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Investigating the trail of philosophical leads in HBO’s chilling True Detective series, an elite team of philosophers examine far-reaching riddles including human pessimism, Rust’s anti-natalism, the problem of evil, and the ‘flat circle’.The first book dedicated to exploring the far-reaching philosophical questions behind the darkly complex and Emmy-nominated HBO True Detective seriesExplores in ... Read more

    $15.00 USD

  • The Meaning of Metallica

    Ride the Lyrics

    by William Irwin ...
    A serious look at the lyrics of metal’s biggest band, disentangling double meanings, explaining stories, uncovering sources, and illuminating themes such as hope, despair, rage, resilience, power, liberty, justice, love, death, and insanity.More than 40 years since their formation, and 125 million album sales later, Metallica is as relevant as ever. Much has been written about the band, but The ... Read more

    $10.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Batman and Philosophy

    The Dark Knight of the Soul

    by William Irwin ...
    Series Book 2 - The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Why doesn't Batman just kill the Joker and end everyone's misery?Can we hold the Joker morally responsible for his actions?Is Batman better than Superman?If everyone followed Batman's example,would Gotham be a better place?What is the Tao of the Bat?Batman is one of the most complex characters ever to appear in comic books, graphic novels, and on the big screen. What philosophical trials does this ... Read more

    $18.00 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Star Wars and Philosophy Strikes Back

    This Is the Way

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Should droids be free? Should clone troopers?What political and ethical ideas ground resistance and rebellion?What’s wrong with the way women are portrayed in Star Wars?Does Han Solo have a philosophical worldview?Was Galen Erso responsible for the destruction of Alderaan?Should you eat Baby Yoda?“This is the Way.” In Star Wars and Philosophy Strikes Back, the Way wends through entirely new ... Read more

    $18.00 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Ted Lasso and Philosophy

    No Question Is Into Touch

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    An accessible and engaging journey through the philosophical themes and concepts of Ted LassoTed Lasso and Philosophy explores the hidden depths beneath the vibrant veneer of AppleTV's breakout, award-winning sitcom. Blending philosophical sophistication with winsome appreciation of this feel-good comedy, the collection features 20 original essays canvassing the breadth of the series and carefully ... Read more

    $18.00 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • LEGO and Philosophy

    Constructing Reality Brick By Brick

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    How profound is a little plastic building block? It turns out the answer is “very”! 22 chapters explore philosophy through the world of LEGO which encompasses the iconic brick itself as well as the animated televisions shows, feature films, a vibrant adult fan base with over a dozen yearly conventions, an educational robotics program, an award winning series of videogames, hundreds of books, ... Read more

    $15.00 USD

  • Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy

    Brains Before Bullets

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    “Brains before bullets” – ancient and modern wisdom for “mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts”Essential reading for fans of the show, this book takes readers deeper into the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, the Teller-Morrow family, and the ethics that surround their lives and activities.Provides fascinating moral insights into Sons of Anarchy, its key characters, plot lines and ideasInvestigates ... Read more

    $16.00 USD