Philosophy

While we tend to think of the great thinkers as hailing from Ancient Greece, the 20th century has had more than its fair share of sharp minds.‘500 Quotations from the Great Philosophers of the 20th Century’ is a collection of reflections, insights, and observations from some of the best brains of that era.A superb book for dipping in and out of, this makes a great gift for anyone with an interest in history or philosophy.Born in Ohio, Ambrose Bierce (1842 – 1914) went on to write one of the greatest American novels of all time, ‘The Devil’s Dictionary.’ Sigmund Freud (1856 – 1939) was an Austrian neurologist who founded the science of psychoanalysis. A Romanian, Emil Cioran (1911-1995) was an acclaimed philosopher who embraced nihilism and pessimism in his ideology.One of the founders of analytical psychology, Carl Jung (1875 – 1961) was a Swiss psychoanalyst and psychologist who had a huge impact on psychology as a science. Gaston Bachelard (1884 – 1962) was born in Bar-sur-Aube and went on to become an important scientific philosopher.

While most of us have heard of the likes of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, there is a host of less-famous philosophers who have just as much to say.‘400 Quotes from Little-known Philosophers’ is a collection of thoughts, observations, and reflections made by those that history hasn’t chosen for the Big League.Spanning the centuries, these quotes are just as fascinating, insightful, and relevant, as those whose names are synonymous with philosophy.A superb and inspirational book to browse through, ‘400 Quotes from Little-known Philosophers’ is ideal for anyone needing a bit of extra motivation throughout their day.Born in Ohio, Ambrose Bierce (1842 – 1914) went on to write one of the greatest American novels of all time, ‘The Devil’s Dictionary.’ A Romanian, Emil Cioran (1911 – 1995) was an acclaimed philosopher, who embraced nihilism and pessimism in his ideology.A former slave, Epictetus (50 AD – C 135) went on to promote philosophy as a way of life rather than a set of beliefs. Gaston Bachelard (1884 – 1962) was born in Bar-sur-Aube and went on to become an important scientific philosopher.

‘400 Quotes to See the World Differently’ gives you the opportunity to step inside the heads of some of the world’s most exceptional minds and see things from their points of view.With quotes from saints, philosophers, artists, inventors, and even martial arts experts, it’s sure to promote some interesting conversations.A superb book for dipping in and out of, it makes a great gift for those with inquiring souls.Mother Teresa (1910 – 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 – 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation.Leonardo da Vinci (1452 – 1519) was born in Italy and, among other things, was an artist, inventor, scientist, and sculptor, who is best known for painting the ‘Mona Lisa.’ Li Jun Fan (1940 – 1973) is better known as Bruce Lee. A little-known fact about the star of films such as ‘Enter the Dragon’ and ‘Fists of Fury’ is that he majored in drama and philosophy, which influenced much of his martial artwork.

"700 Quotations from the Great French Writers of the 20th Century" is a wonderful collection of wit and wisdom from some of the greatest French writers ever.From Anatole France and Jules Renard to Marcel Proust and André Gide, this carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire, amuse, and entertain.Ideal for those needing a dose of encouragement.These French literary giants are responsible for some of the most famous French novels and poems ever written, including "Carrot Top", "The Little Prince", and "In Search of Lost Time".

This wondrous collection contains 100 of Alfred de Musset’s most celebrated quotes, including ´How glorious it is – and also how painful – to be an exception.´ and ´Romanticism is the abuse of adjectives´.This collection is guaranteed to educate, amuse and surprise, and it is perfect for those who need an extra bit of motivation throughout their day.French writer Alfred de Musset (1810-1857) was a pioneering Romantic poet and novelist, acclaimed for his first collection of poems, "Contes d'Espagne et d'Italie" (Tales of Spain and Italy), and honored with the Légion d'honneur in 1845.

"600 Quotations from the Great French Writers of the 18th Century" features the wit and wisdom of some of the greatest French writers ever,From Montesquieu and Voltaire to Denis Diderot and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, this carefully crafted collection is an entertaining, educational and enthralling insight into the finest minds of the 18th Century.Ideal for those needing a dose of encouragement.These French literary giants are responsible for some of the worlds most famous works, including "Candide", "Discourse on Inequality" and "The Social Contract".

Guy de Maupassant, Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Fyodor Dostoevsky, are just some of the famous writers whose wit and wisdom are included in this audiobook, "700 Quotations from the Great Writers of the 19th Century".Between them, these authors are responsible for some of the most famous stories ever written, including "Crime and Punishment", "The Three Musketeers" and "Madame Bovary".This carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire, amuse, and entertain.These literary giants are considered among the greatest writers of the 19th Century. Their influential works continue to resonate with audiences to this day.

Friedrich Nietzsche, Henry David Thoreau, and Karl Marx are among the famous names whose wit and wisdom are included in this wonderful collection, "600 Quotes from Political Philosophy".A mixture of ancient and modern philosophers from China, Rome, Germany, and France, these world-renowned giants of philosophy remain just as influential and important as ever.This carefully crafted collection is guaranteed to inspire, amuse, and entertain, and it is ideal for those needing some philosophical guidance.From impacting world politics and intellectual thought to influencing modern philosophy, these philosophers are among the most quoted people in the world.

Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and unlock the secrets of success with "300 Quotes to Develop Entrepreneurship." This powerful compilation of quotes is your go-to resource for inspiration, motivation, and guidance on your journey to entrepreneurial greatness.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey,"300 Quotes to Develop Entrepreneurship." is your trusted companion for daily inspiration and motivation.Discover the wisdom of visionaries, pioneers, and trailblazers who have carved their own path to greatness.

Discover the transformative power of meditation with "200 Quotes for Meditation." Step into a world of tranquility and reflection as you immerse yourself in these carefully curated quotes.Whether you're a beginner or an experienced meditator, these words will guide you on a serene journey within and invite you to enter a state of deep relaxation, self-awareness, and mindfulness.This inspiring collection brings together profound words of wisdom from spiritual leaders, philosophers, and enlightened thinkers, providing a peaceful sanctuary for your mind and soul.

Den græske filosof Epikur blev født i 341 f.Kr. på den græske ø Samos og flyttede som ganske ung til Athen, hvor han med sine nyskabende ideer kom til at spille en stor rolle. Hans tanker om venskabets betydning og fælles nydelse af måltider og andre jordnære glæder fik ham og hans tilhængere til at virke mærkelige for nogle af athenerne, mens andre hurtigt lod sig overbevise. Frederiks Poulsens lille bog ”Fra Epikurs have” giver en spændende indføring i Epikurs tanker om, hvad et godt liv består af.Bogen er oprindeligt udgivet i 1948.Poul Frederik Sigfred Poulsen (1876-1950) var en dansk forfatter og klassisk arkæolog, der i en lang årrække var direktør for Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Han var internationalt anerkendt for sin forskning i arkæologi og sine utallige videnskabelige værker. Også hos den brede befolkning gjorde han stor lykke med sine fortællinger og levende og muntre skildringer af rejser til blandt andet Grækenland, Spanien, England og forskellige danske egne. Frederik Poulsen opnåede mange udmærkelser i både Danmark og udlandet og var blandt andet Dannebrogsmand, Kommandør af 1. grad af Dannebrog og æresdoktor ved universitetet i Bordeaux.

"Prometheus" is het filosofische hoofdwerk van Carry van Bruggen, die bekender is als romanschrijfster. Bij Van Bruggen is de eenzame mens altijd op zoek naar eenheid op een hoger niveau: in liefde, vriendschap, gemeenschapszin. Het is deze opvatting die ze uitwerkt in "Prometheus", waarin zij de ontwikkeling van individualiteit in de literatuur onderzoekt en de vloer aanveegt met alle vormen van conservatisme en verstarring. "Prometheus" had een grote invloed op het denken van Menno ter Braak. Barber Van de Pol, vertaalster en kenner van het werk van Carry van Bruggen, zag gelijkenis met het anti-elitaire, postmoderne denken van Pierre Bourdieux.Carry van Bruggen (schrijversnaam van de Joods-Nederlandse Carolina Lea de Haan, 1881-1932) was de zus van Jacob Israël de Haan, schrijver van "Pijpelijntjes", een van de eerste Nederlandse romans waarin homoseksualiteit openlijk werd beschreven. Net als haar broer ging Van Bruggen geen controversieel thema uit de weg. In haar romans en pamfletten ging ze elk dogmatisme te lijf. Ze was de enige vrouwelijke auteur uit haar tijd die door collega’s en critici au sérieux werd genomen. Ze woonde een tijdlang in Nederlands-Indië met haar eerste man. Haar bekendste romans zijn "Eva" en "Een coquette vrouw". Ze schreef ook non-fictie, met als bekendste titels "Prometheus" en "Hedendaags fetisjisme". Haar werk raakte in de vergetelheid, maar werd in de jaren 1970 herontdekt door de feministische beweging.

Hvad er et menneske? Vi bliver født med en biologi og ind i nogle omstændigheder uden for vores kontrol. Vi har en opvækst, en opdragelse, nogle livsbegivenheder og relationer til andre mennesker der former os. Men er der mere til historien? I dette afsnit af Kend din Kierkegaard bliver du opfordret til at kigge tilbage på dit eget liv og overveje hvilke valg og beslutninger du har truffet, der har haft afgørende betydning på dit eget liv.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

Although never intended for publication, ‘Meditations’ has gone on to become one of the most important collections of philosophical thought, of all time.During his reign as Roman Emperor, devout Stoic, Marcus Aurelius, recorded his feelings and beliefs on what it is to be a well-rounded human being. While Stoicism has its roots in the ‘expect the worst and you won’t be disappointed’ school of thought, Aurelius’ experiences as Emperor also lead him to try and find the best of himself and eschew the opinions of others.A moving and motivational read for philosophy fans.Marcus Aurelius (121 – 180) was a Roman Emperor, ruling for almost 20 years. His rule was founded on his beliefs in the philosophy of Stoicism, which espoused the qualities of virtue, wisdom, and resisting temptation. For many, he embodies the Roman Empire at the peak of its powers.

Susi on eläin, joka herättää suomalaisissa vahvoja tunteita. Osa asettuu puolustamaan susia, mutta susien salakaadot kertovat myös vastakkaisista tunteista. Mutta miksi susi oikein on niin vihattu?Ympäristofilosofi Leena Vilkka lähestyy kirjassaan sutta ymmärtävästi. Luonto- ja eläinkäsitykset ovat kautta aikain säädelleet ihmisten suhdetta suteen. Eettiseen luontosuhteeseen perustuva susikäsitys antaa sudelle arvoa suomalaiseen metsäluontoon kuuluvana yksilönä ja lajina, sosiaalisena laumaeläimenä. Arka metsien koira ei ole ihmiselle sellainen uhka, jona se halutaan nähdä.Ympäristöfilosofi Leena Vilkka (s. 1964) on julkaissut useita tietokirjoja. Hän kirjoittaa kolumneja Ylelle.

Court Tancke rejser i midten af 1600-tallet rundt i Europa for at købe kunst og rariteter til den danske konge. Samtidig er charlatanen Kaj Lykke på flugt for sit liv, da han i Danmark er dømt for majestætsfornærmelse. Han jages af dronningens to politispioner, Wahl og Brylle, som ihærdigt tilsidesætter alt for at fange ham og bringe ham bag lås og slå. Tancke fascineres af Lykke, som har et næsten umenneskeligt tag på kvinder, og snart er Tancke filtret ind i det ene farlige optrin efter det andet, alt imens han får den første spæde idé til det, der engang skal blive til lysbilledet, som vi kender det i dag.Kun få forfattere har været så konsekvente i deres litterære tematikker som Bo Reinholdt. Derfor handler hans nye roman ligeledes som flere af de foregående, om synet og billedet. "Tancke" er (som altid) en sproglige afsøgning af det visuelle felt — af øjets utrættelige arbejde, af farvernes spil på himlen og de uendeligt mange og sammensatte perspektiver vores virkeligheder er udgjort af.Med "Tancke" indbyder Bo Reinholdt igen sine læserne ind i hans særegne litterære verden, hvor kunsthistorie, billedtænkning, spænding og mystik væves sammen i et mesterligt og idiosynkratisk sprog.Bo Reinholdt (født 1948) debuterede i 1983 med "Akefalens vidnesbyrd" og har senest udgivet romanen "Focus Puller" (2020). I alt tæller Reinholdts forfatterskab mere end 18 udgivelser, fordelt over fire årtier.

Mennesket er en syntese mellem sjæl og legeme, i følge Søren Kierkegaard, og for at holde sammen på disse to modstridende størrelser har mennesket bruge for noget tredje, nemlig ånd. Et af Kierkegaards pseudonymer skriver om mennesket som en syntese mellem det endelige og det uendelige, og for at forstå denne syntese, så får vi brug for vores fantasi. Hvordan bruger du så og kultiverer denne fantasi? Det kan du høre i dette afsnit af Kend din Kierkegaard.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

"Better to reign in Hell than to serve in Heaven."It's the classic temptation - power. And these are the words John Milton puts on the forked tongue of the serpent when it speaks to Adam and Eve.We know how it ends - an apple, nakedness and banishment.But in 'Paradise Lost', Milton turns a few Bible verses into a true epic. In 10,000 lines of beautiful but dark verse, he tells the parallel stories of Satan and of Adam and Eve.With greed, temptation, lust, sex, deception, shame and much more, it is a classic whose themes are as relevant and alluring today as ever before.John Milton (1608-1674) was almost 60 when he produced his masterpiece, 'Paradise Lost'.He was an English poet who served as a civil servant under Lord Protector Oliver Cromwell in the 17th century. Before this, he was considered a dangerous radical as he published rebellious pamphlets during the reign of Charles I.A famed republican, his work 'Areopagitica' was a scorching condemnation of pre-publication censorship.The Restoration of Charles II saw Milton marginalised from 1660. He died blind and impoverished.

De fleste moderne mennesker kender til angsten. Flere og flere mennesker, og særligt unge, oplever angstsymptomer. Der kan være mange grunde til denne angst. I dette afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard', skal det netop handle om angsten, og om hvordan Kierkegaard forstod angsten. For Kierkegaard var angsten nemlig et grundvilkår for eksistensen. Et vilkår som man skal tage ved lære af.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

La mayoría de personas se consideran "buenas", pero no siempre es fácil determinar qué es "bueno" o "malo", especialmente en un mundo lleno de elecciones complicadas, trampas y malos consejos. Afortunadamente, muchos filósofos han estado reflexionando sobre este acertijo durante milenios, ofreciéndonos su guía. Con un ingenio brillante y una visión profunda, Cómo ser perfecto explica conceptos como "deontología", "utilitarismo", "existencialismo", "Ubuntu" y muchos más para que podamos parecer los más listos de la clase, y convertirnos en mejores personas.Este libro se inicia con preguntas éticas sencillas como "¿Debería golpear a mi amigo sin motivo alguno?" (la respuesta es no), y se abre camino hasta los problemas morales más complejos que todos enfrentamos. Tales como ¿Puedo seguir disfrutando del gran arte si fue creado por personas terribles? ¿Cuánto dinero debo donar a la caridad? ¿Por qué molestarse en ser bueno cuando no hay consecuencias al ser malo? Y mucho más. Cuando hayamos terminado el libro sabremos exactamente cómo actuar en cada situación concebible, a fin de producir una cantidad máxima y verificable de bien moral.Seremos perfectos, y todos nuestros amigos sentirán celos de nosotros. Vale, no del todo. Pero sí obtendremos una sabiduría fresca, divertida e inspiradora sobre los problemas más difíciles que enfrentamos todos los días.Michael Schur, licenciado por la Universidad de Harvard, es un aclamado escritor y productor de series de televisión, entre las que se incluyen The Good Place, The Office, Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Master of None y Hacks. Vive en Los Ángeles con su mujer y sus dos hijos.

«Los estetas de Teópolis» (1922) es una novela de José María Vargas Vila. A través de la sátira y la ironía, el autor presenta a un selecto grupo de intelectuales de América del Sur que imitan las costumbres y el gusto europeo, pero que disimulan mal su vulgaridad y torpeza, los cuales se dan cita en Teópolis, en el taller del pintor Doménico Saldini.José María Vargas Vila (1860-1933) fue un escritor y periodista colombiano. Tuvo una formación autodidacta, llegó a ejercer como profesor, ministro plenipotenciario en Roma y diplomático. Fundó varias revistas como «Eco Andino», «Los Refractarios» o «Némesis». Liberal radical, participó en la guerra civil colombiana de 1884 como soldado y dedicó su vida a denunciar los abusos del clero y el imperialismo.

‘An Essay Concerning Human Understanding’ is philosopher John Locke's pioneering examination of the origins of human knowledge and understanding. First published in 1690, it set the agenda for modern philosophy and influenced psychology and political theory.‘An Essay Concerning Human Understanding. Volume One,’ covers Locke’s attempts to discover where our ideas come from, what it means to have an idea and what an idea actually is.He also discusses theories on free will and personal identity, outlining the notion of the blank slate at birth or tabula rasa, which is then filled in by experience of the world.Regarded as Locke’s most powerful and important philosophical work, ‘An Essay on Human Understanding’ still resonates today.John Locke (1632-1704) was an English philosopher and political theorist, whose work built the foundations of modern liberalism, political theory and economics. Commonly known as the "Father of Liberalism" he is widely regarded as one of the most influential Enlightenment thinkers.Locke’s ideas on ‘identity’ and ‘self’ and the notion we are born with a ‘blank slate’, helped shape the work of philosophers such as Kant, Rousseau and Voltaire, while his essays on religious tolerance were an early model for the separation of church and state.The American Declaration of Independence was influenced by Locke’s political ideas on government, creating the foundation for the freedoms enjoyed by Americans today.

‘An Essay Concerning Human Understanding’ is philosopher John Locke's pioneering examination of the origins of human knowledge and understanding. First published in 1690, it set the agenda for modern philosophy and influenced psychology and political theory.In ‘An Essay Concerning Human Understanding. Volume Two’ Locke discusses our use of language and its imperfections. He talks of the ‘Abuse of Words’ and laments the creation of words with no distinct meaning.The book also covers Locke’s ideas on truth, judgement, probability, enthusiasm and reason. His radical theories on the nature of human knowledge and where it comes from went on to change the face of philosophy.Regarded as Locke’s most powerful and important philosophical work, ‘An Essay on Human Understanding’ still resonates today.John Locke (1632-1704) was an English philosopher and political theorist, whose work built the foundations of modern liberalism, political theory and economics. Commonly known as the "Father of Liberalism" he is widely regarded as one of the most influential Enlightenment thinkers.Locke’s ideas on ‘identity’ and ‘self’ and the notion we are born with a ‘blank slate’, helped shape the work of philosophers such as Kant, Rousseau and Voltaire, while his essays on religious tolerance were an early model for the separation of church and state.The American Declaration of Independence was influenced by Locke’s political ideas on government, creating the foundation for the freedoms enjoyed by Americans today.

Espousing the importance of freedom, ‘Philosophy of Mind’ is the last volume in Hegel’s ‘Encyclopaedia of Philosophical Sciences.’ He takes the reader on an existential journey, carefully analysing the roles of the spirit, mind, subjectivity, and objectivity in the pursuit of total psychological freedom. Being Hegel, there’s an insightful dip into the history of the time, making this an essential read for philosophy fans or those who want to dip their toes into these fascinating waters.Georg Wilhelm Frederich Hegel (1770 – 1831) was a German philosopher and considered to be one of the pioneers of Western philosophy. A dedicated Idealist, Hegel developed a method of dialectic thought, which examined a variety of subjects, including history, nature, divinity, and human nature, from every possible perspective. While a devout Christian, Hegel railed against the notion of orthodoxy, instead approaching his faith from a logical and rationalistic point of view. Hegel’s influence on the world of philosophy cannot be understated and he remains one of the great thinkers of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Misundelse er en af de følelser, som man aldrig skilter med. Vi kender allesammen til misundelsen, men at være misundelig er det man nok ville kalde en negativ, lavstatus følelse. I det afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard' fortæller vært Pia Søltoft om hvad misundelsen er, og om hvad Kierkegaard havde at sige om den, og om hvad man kan gøre når misundelsen rammer.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

Første afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard' fortæller om hvad og hvordan Kierkegaard skrev sine tekster. Kierkegaard skrev nemlig en del af sine værker under pseudonym, hvor det alt andet lige var den pseudonyme forfatter, der var afsender af den livsanskuelse der blev fremlagt. Men hvad betyder det for hvordan du skal forstå Kierkegaards tekster. Læn dig tilbage og lad din vært Pia Søltoft fortælle dig om hvordan du selv bruger og går til Kierkegaards mange tekster.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

‘A Treatise of Human Nature’ is one of Hume’s most important works, dissecting the concepts of passion and emotions.His focus on the correlation between cause and effect has been the subject of debate for psychologists and philosophers for years since its original publication.A thought-provoking and intricate read, ‘A Treatise of Human Nature’ is ideal for fans of Sam Harris' 'Making Sense' podcast and those with even a passing interest in morality, the scientific method, and philosophy as a whole.David Hume (1711 – 1776) is widely considered to be one of the most influential philosophers to be published in the English language. A Scotsman, Hume postulated the theory that the universe is governed by natural laws and forces. Critically acclaimed, his writings were cited by Charles Darwin as having a major influence into the Theory of Evolution. He was also known for questioning the nature of the ‘self,’ believing that personal identity is a cultural illusion. His work on the correlation between emotions and moral judgments helped to pioneer the emotivist metaethical school of thought.

Could it be that people who never lie are devoid of creativity? If that’s true, then all creative art must be founded in lies. ‘The Decay of Lying’ is a beguiling essay on the nature of art, in all its forms.Set in the library of a country house in Nottinghamshire, and written as a dialogue between Cyril and Vivian, ‘The Decay of Lying’ sets out to prove just how creative we can all be, as long as we defy societal conventions.Referencing everyone from the Ancient Greeks to Shakespeare, this is Wilde at his most thoughtful and mischievous. For anyone interested in art or witty debate.Oscar Wilde (1854 – 1900) was an Irish novelist, poet, playwright, and wit. He was an advocate of the Aesthetic movement, which extolled the virtues of art for the sake of art. During his career, Wilde wrote nine plays, including ‘The Importance of Being Earnest,’ ‘Lady Windermere’s Fan,’ and ‘A Woman of No Importance,’ many of which are still performed today. His only novel, ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ was adapted for the silver screen, in the film, ‘Dorian Gray,’ starring Ben Barnes and Colin Firth. In addition, Wilde wrote forty-three poems, and seven essays. His life was the subject of a film, starring Stephen Fry.

Immanuel Kant’s ‘Critique of Pure Reason’ (1781/1787) is the German philosopher’s best-known work. A controversial book of it’s time, Kant sought to determine the limits of metaphysics.In this ground-breaking work, Kant redefines our understanding of epistemology by combining two opposing philosophical theories: rationalism and empiricism.For anyone who was inspired by the character Chidi's love of Kant in Netflix's 'The Good Place', ‘Critique of Pure Reason’ is as innovative as it is interesting and a must-read for all philosophy enthusiasts.Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804) was a German philosopher and a key Enlightenment theorist who continues to be a prominent influence in Western philosophy. Raised in a pious household with devout parents, Kant quickly became known for his work in ethics and metaphysics. He is best known for his works ‘Critique of Pure Reason’ (1781/1787) and ‘Critique of Judgement’ (1790). Kant’s legacy has had far reaching impacts, influencing notable figures such as Carl Jung, Noam Chomsky and Albert Einstein. Kant’s final days were portrayed in the slapstick comedy ‘The Last Days of Immanuel Kant’ (1996) starring Buster Keaton and Jacques Tati.

Der Spiegel, den Meinhard Miegel hier der deutschen Gesellschaft vorhält, ist kein schmeichelnder. Schonungslos nimmt sich Deutschlands unbequemster Soziologe hier den Mythos vom fleißigen und strebsamen Deutschen vor und entlarvt ihn als Selbslüge. Mit einem analytischen Blick auf die Bereiche Demografie, Sozialstaat, Wirtschaft und Beschäftigung benennt Miegel die größten Probleme Deutschlands, von Überalterung bis Innovationsmangel. Viele der Probleme seien schon seit langem bekannt, doch würden die meisten lieber ihre Augen davor verschließen. Diese freiwillige Ignoranz sucht Miegel hier zu durchbrechen und hat damit ein schonungsloses und alarmierendes Buch geschaffen, das seine Leser animiert, die deutsche Gesellschaft neu zu denken.Meinhard Miegel (geb. 1939 in Wien) ist einer der erfolgreichsten Publizisten und Soziologen Deutschlands. Nach einem abgebrochenen Musikstudium floh er 1959 nach Westdeutschland und begann dort ein Studium der Philosphie und Soziologie in Frankfurt, bevor er seinen Bachelorabschluss in den Vereinigten Staaten absolvierte. Nach seiner Rückkehr nach Deutschland erlangte er zusätzlich einen Jura-Abschluss und arbeitete eine Zeit lang als Anwalt, bevor er als Berater für die CDU tätig wurde und das Institut für Gesellschaft und IWrtschaft Bonn gründete. Miegel ist bekannt für seinen visionären Blick auf die deutsche Gesellschaft und regte wiederholt ein grundlegendes Umdenken an, was ihm seinen Ruf als weitsichtiger Soziologe sicherte.