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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 741.5973
EAN: 9780470270301
ISBN: 0470270306
Label: Wiley
Manufacturer: Wiley
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 304
Publication Date: June 16, 2008
Publisher: Wiley
Sales Rank: 12952
Studio: Wiley
Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Why doesn't Batman just kill the Joker and end everyone's misery?
Can we hold the Joker morally responsible for his actions?
Is Batman better than Superman?
If everyone followed Batman's example,
would Gotham be a better place?
What is the Tao of the Bat?
Batman is one of the most complex characters ever to appear in comic books, graphic novels, and on the big screen. What philosophical trials does this superhero confront in order to keep Gotham safe? Combing through seventy years of comic books, television shows, and movies, Batman and Philosophy explores how the Dark Knight grapples with ethical conundrums, moral responsibility, his identity crisis, the moral weight he carries to avenge his murdered parents, and much more. How does this caped crusader measure up against the teachings of Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Kierkegaard, and Lao Tzu?
Average Rating: 
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Overall, a very good book for those who like to ponder on pop-culture. However, some chapters are much more interesting than others. For instance, "Why doesn't Batman kill the Joker?" offers very valid thoughts, thoughts that were also explored in the 2008 film The Dark Knight. On the other hand, "Could Batman have been the Joker?" is utterly useless and instead of considering the possible life paths of the two arch-enemies, goes into definitions of identity. Like, the ACTUAL definition of how one ... Read More
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This is a collection of essays by writers in the field of philosophy. Each writer attempts to approach their area of specialization through references to the Batman comics and movies. The essays are hit-and-miss as it becomes apparent that the writers have varying degrees of familiarity with the mythology of Batman. There are a few essays that hit the nail on the head, but others make you wonder if the writer got all of their info on Batman from Wikipedia.
In the end, I would only recommend ... Read More
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Very interesting read. The various authors seem to have done their homework - not only on philosophical ideas, but on the Batman mythos as well, and actually do a really good job of citing their sources and backing their claims with actual Batman storylines.
It's not the easiest read in the world - if you are expecting a graphic novel, think again - but philosophy itself isn't an easy subject to cover.
I like the fact they bring well-known philosophers' work to bear on the subject ... Read More
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I love Batman so once I saw this book, I knew I had to get it. I haven't been able to finish it yet cause of classes, but whenever I actually get the chance to sit down and read it, it is so hard for me to put it down. I'm so glad I bought this book.
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In great condition (just as review stated) and arrived in a very timely fashion - very satisfied.
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