The Big Bang Theory and Philosophy

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ISBN: 9781118074558

Rock, Paper, Scissors, Aristotle, Locke

William Irwin (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania), Dean A. Kowalski (Milwaukee, WI)

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Wiley
13 April 2012

Philosophy; Society & Social Sciences

Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series

A lighthearted meditation on the philosophical quandaries of the hit television show The Big Bang Theory

Ever wonder what Aristotle might say about the life Sheldon Cooper leads? Why Thomas Hobbes would applaud the roommate agreement? Who Immanuel Kant would treat with ""haughty derision"" for weaving ""un-unravelable webs?"" Andmost importantlywhether Wil Wheaton is truly evil? Of course you have. Bazinga!

This book mines the deep thinking of some of history's most potent philosophical minds to explore your most pressing questions about The Big Bang Theory and its nerdy genius characters. You might find other philosophy books on science and cosmology, but only this one refers to Darth Vader Force-chokes, cloning Leonard Nimoy, and oompa-loompa-like engineers. Fo-shizzle.

Gives you irresistibly geek-worthy insights on your favorite Big Bang Theory characters, story lines, and ideas Examines important themes involving ethics and virtue, science, semiotics, religion, and the human condition Brings the thinking of some of the world's greatest philosophers to bear on The Big Bang Theory, from Aristotle and Plato to Nietzsche, Wittgenstein, Simone de Beauvoir, and more

Essential reading for every Big Bang Theory fan, this book explores whether comic-book-wielding geeks can lead the good life, and whether they can know enough science to ""tear the mask off nature and stare at the face of God.""

Edited by: Dean A. Kowalski (Milwaukee WI)
Series edited by: William Irwin (Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania)
Imprint: Wiley
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9781118074558
ISBN 10: 1118074556
Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
Publication Date: 13 April 2012
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for The Big Bang Theory and Philosophy: Rock, Paper, Scissors, Aristotle, Locke

?If you?re looking for a straight discussion of philosophy try reading Frederick Copleston?s The History of Philosophy, but if you?re open to learning in a fun environment try this book. Just remember that this book is first of all a study of philosophy geared to the non-specialist. The by-product of the book is that you will deepen your understanding of and engagement with the characters in these shows.? (Ponderings on a Faith Journey, 10 August 2012)