By far the most profound thinker of the 19th century. Ludwig WittgensteinThe Present Age "is the stunningly prescient essay on the rise of mass media particularly advertising, marketing, and publicity by the great philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, the father of existentialism. With an introduction from celebrated philosopher Walter Kaufmann who states those who would know Kierkegaard can do no better than to begin with this book The Present Age "is an ideal introduction to one of the greatest thinkers in the history of western ...
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By far the most profound thinker of the 19th century. Ludwig WittgensteinThe Present Age "is the stunningly prescient essay on the rise of mass media particularly advertising, marketing, and publicity by the great philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, the father of existentialism. With an introduction from celebrated philosopher Walter Kaufmann who states those who would know Kierkegaard can do no better than to begin with this book The Present Age "is an ideal introduction to one of the greatest thinkers in the history of western philosophy."
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Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) said: "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."
For those not familiar with the work of Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher, theologian and writer, who is widely regarded as being the father of existentialist philosophy, this is an excellent starting point. The introduction by Alexander Dru, the translator and editor, should be of special interest to all Kierkegaard's followers.
Kierkegaard's views and thoughts on a variety of subjects, particularly consumerism and materialism, are timeless and remarkable. He was only 42 when he died.
HectorJKAofMiami
Nov 13, 2008
powerful thinker
Kierkegaard's brillient mind spills out in this little book, his critique of modern culture in his time is still very relevent today. One of the main themes is the timeless conflict that occurs between the individual and the pressure form the "crowd" (modern cluture etc.). There are some "technical terms" used which have very specific meaning in existential philosophy but the meaning is not lost without knowledge of these as such.
Over all a powerful brillient individual who shares some very insightful and enlightening thoughts, a good short read.
