What Is Existentialism?
(Author) Simone de BeauvoirThe groundbreaking writings on the philosophy of the individual by iconic feminist and social thinker, Simone de Beauvoir How should we think and act in the world? These writings on the human condition by one of the twentieth century's great philosophers explore the absurdity of our notions of good and evil, and show instead how we make our own destiny simply by being. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives--and upended them. Now Penguin brings you a new set of the acclaimed Great Ideas, a curated library of selections from the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
Simone de Beauvoir
Simone de Beauvoir was a French writer and philosopher best known for her seminal work "The Second Sex." Her literary style was characterized by existentialist themes and feminist perspectives. She made significant contributions to literature by challenging societal norms and advocating for gender equality and women's rights.
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