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The Matrix and Philosophy - (Popular Culture and Philosophy) by William Irwin (Paperback)
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Highlights
- The Matrix conveys the horror of a false world made of nothing but perceptions.
- Author(s): William Irwin
- 320 Pages
- Philosophy, Metaphysics
- Series Name: Popular Culture and Philosophy
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About the Book
One of the most overtly philosophical movies ever to come out of Hollywood, "The Matrix" is based on the premise that reality is a dream controlled by malevolent forces. These thought-provoking essays discuss different facets of the primary philosophical puzzle of the film: Can we be sure the world is really there, and if not, what should we do about it?Book Synopsis
The Matrix conveys the horror of a false world made of nothing but perceptions. Based on the premise that reality is a dream controlled by malevolent forces, it is one of the most overtly philosophical movies ever to come out of Hollywood. These thought-provoking essays by the same team of young philosophers who created The Simpsons and Philosophy discuss different facets of the primary philosophical puzzle of The Matrix: Can we be sure the world is really there, and if not, what should we do about it? Other chapters address issues of religion, lifestyle, pop culture, the Zeitgeist, the nature of mind and matter, and the reality of fiction.Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .64 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Philosophy
Sub-Genre: Metaphysics
Series Title: Popular Culture and Philosophy
Publisher: Open Court
Format: Paperback
Author: William Irwin
Language: English
Street Date: August 28, 2002
TCIN: 82940713
UPC: 9780812695021
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-5409
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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