Iron Man and Philosophy: Facing the Stark Reality (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series)
9 Angebote vergleichen
Iron Man and Philosophy: Facing the Stark Reality (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series) (2010)
ISBN: 9780470582886 bzw. 047058288X, in Englisch, 288 Seiten, Wiley, neu, Erstausgabe, E-Book, elektronischer Download.
The first look at the philosophy behind the Iron Man comics and movies, timed for the release of Iron Man 2 in March 2010On the surface, Iron Man appears to be a straightforward superhero, another rich guy fighting crime with fancy gadgets. But beneath the shiny armor and flashy technology lies Tony Stark, brilliant inventor and eccentric playboy, struggling to balance his desires, addictions, and relationships with his duties as the Armored Avenger. Iron Man and Philosophy explores the many philosophical issues that emerge from the essential conflicts found in the decades of Iron Man stories in comics and movies. What kind of moral compass does Tony Stark have? Is Iron Man responsible for the death of Captain America after the Marvel Universe “Civil War”? Should people like Stark run the world? How does Tony’s alcoholism impact his performance as Iron Man, and what does it say about moral character? Ultimately, what can Iron Man teach us about the role of technology in society?As absorbing as Iron Man comic books and movies, Iron Man and Philosophy:Gives you a new perspective on Iron Man characters, story lines, and themesShows what philosophical heavy hitters such as Aristotle, Locke, and Heidegger can teach us about Tony Stark/Iron ManConsiders issues such as addiction, personal responsibility, the use of technology, and the role of governmentWhether you've been reading the comic books for years or have gotten into Iron Man through the movies, Iron Man and Philosophy is a must-have companion for every fan. Kindle Edition, Ausgabe: 1, Format: Kindle eBook, Label: Wiley, Wiley, Produktgruppe: eBooks, Publiziert: 2010-02-22, Freigegeben: 2010-02-22, Studio: Wiley, Verkaufsrang: 281257.
Iron Man and Philosophy: Facing the Stark Reality (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series) (2010)
ISBN: 9780470582886 bzw. 047058288X, in Englisch, 288 Seiten, Wiley, neu, Erstausgabe, E-Book, elektronischer Download.
The first look at the philosophy behind the Iron Man comics and movies, timed for the release of Iron Man 2 in March 2010On the surface, Iron Man appears to be a straightforward superhero, another rich guy fighting crime with fancy gadgets. But beneath the shiny armor and flashy technology lies Tony Stark, brilliant inventor and eccentric playboy, struggling to balance his desires, addictions, and relationships with his duties as the Armored Avenger. Iron Man and Philosophy explores the many philosophical issues that emerge from the essential conflicts found in the decades of Iron Man stories in comics and movies. What kind of moral compass does Tony Stark have? Is Iron Man responsible for the death of Captain America after the Marvel Universe “Civil War”? Should people like Stark run the world? How does Tony’s alcoholism impact his performance as Iron Man, and what does it say about moral character? Ultimately, what can Iron Man teach us about the role of technology in society?As absorbing as Iron Man comic books and movies, Iron Man and Philosophy:Gives you a new perspective on Iron Man characters, story lines, and themesShows what philosophical heavy hitters such as Aristotle, Locke, and Heidegger can teach us about Tony Stark/Iron ManConsiders issues such as addiction, personal responsibility, the use of technology, and the role of governmentWhether you've been reading the comic books for years or have gotten into Iron Man through the movies, Iron Man and Philosophy is a must-have companion for every fan. Kindle Edition, Ausgabe: 1, Format: Kindle eBook, Label: Wiley, Wiley, Produktgruppe: eBooks, Publiziert: 2010-02-22, Freigegeben: 2010-02-22, Studio: Wiley, Verkaufsrang: 298185.
The Avengers and Philosophy: Earth's Mightiest Thinkers (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series) (2012)
ISBN: 9781118261385 bzw. 1118261380, in Englisch, 243 Seiten, Wiley, neu, Erstausgabe, E-Book, elektronischer Download.
An engaging look at the philosophical underpinnings of Earth's Mightiest HeroesAvengers assemble! Tackling intriguing dilemmas and issues that no single great philosopher can withstand, this powerful book enlists the brainpower of an A-list team of history's most prominent thinkers to explore the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team.Arms you with new insights into the characters and themes of The AvengersDeepens your appreciation both of The Avengers comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptationAnswers the philosophical questions you've always had about Earth's Mightiest Heroes, including: Can a reformed criminal become a superhero? Can an android love a human? If a hero beats his wife, is he still a hero?Helps you think differently about the members of the superhero team—Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and the othersThis thought-provoking book will help you understand this band of superheroes better, whether you've followed the Avengers for years or are a Joss Whedon fan just getting to know them., Kindle Edition, Ausgabe: 1, Format: Kindle eBook, Label: Wiley, Wiley, Produktgruppe: eBooks, Publiziert: 2012-02-13, Freigegeben: 2012-02-13, Studio: Wiley, Verkaufsrang: 83191.
The Avengers and Philosophy: Earth's Mightiest Thinkers (The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series) (2012)
ISBN: 9781118261385 bzw. 1118261380, in Englisch, 243 Seiten, Wiley, neu, Erstausgabe, E-Book, elektronischer Download.
An engaging look at the philosophical underpinnings of Earth's Mightiest HeroesAvengers assemble! Tackling intriguing dilemmas and issues that no single great philosopher can withstand, this powerful book enlists the brainpower of an A-list team of history's most prominent thinkers to explore the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team.Arms you with new insights into the characters and themes of The AvengersDeepens your appreciation both of The Avengers comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptationAnswers the philosophical questions you've always had about Earth's Mightiest Heroes, including: Can a reformed criminal become a superhero? Can an android love a human? If a hero beats his wife, is he still a hero?Helps you think differently about the members of the superhero team—Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and the othersThis thought-provoking book will help you understand this band of superheroes better, whether you've followed the Avengers for years or are a Joss Whedon fan just getting to know them., Kindle Edition, Ausgabe: 1, Format: Kindle eBook, Label: Wiley, Wiley, Produktgruppe: eBooks, Publiziert: 2012-02-13, Freigegeben: 2012-02-13, Studio: Wiley, Verkaufsrang: 506535.
Character Pad (2007)
ISBN: 9781588465290 bzw. 1588465292, in Englisch, 24 Seiten, White Wolf Publishing, Taschenbuch, neu.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, EmpCharon.
"The game of beautiful madness demands a little elegance on the table itself. This character pad provides that extra touch of elegance, in the form of character sheets visually engaging and impressive enough for the characters that inhabit them. ", Paperback, Label: White Wolf Publishing, White Wolf Publishing, Produktgruppe: Book, Publiziert: 2007-09-12, Studio: White Wolf Publishing, Verkaufsrang: 4276562.
Character Pad (2007)
ISBN: 9781588465290 bzw. 1588465292, in Englisch, 24 Seiten, White Wolf Publishing, Taschenbuch, neu.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, Charon's Emporium.
"The game of beautiful madness demands a little elegance on the table itself. This character pad provides that extra touch of elegance, in the form of character sheets visually engaging and impressive enough for the characters that inhabit them. ", Paperback, Label: White Wolf Publishing, White Wolf Publishing, Produktgruppe: Book, Publiziert: 2007-09-12, Studio: White Wolf Publishing, Verkaufsrang: 5392282.
Character Pad (2007)
ISBN: 9781588465290 bzw. 1588465292, in Englisch, 24 Seiten, White Wolf Publishing, Taschenbuch, gebraucht.
Von Händler/Antiquariat, -TextbookRush-.
"The game of beautiful madness demands a little elegance on the table itself. This character pad provides that extra touch of elegance, in the form of character sheets visually engaging and impressive enough for the characters that inhabit them. ", Paperback, Label: White Wolf Publishing, White Wolf Publishing, Produktgruppe: Book, Publiziert: 2007-09-12, Studio: White Wolf Publishing, Verkaufsrang: 5392282.