Discover the profound insights of 'Fear and Trembling' by Sřren Kierkegaard, a transformative work first published in 1843 under the pseudonym 'Johannes de Silentio'. This essential text of moral philosophy, ISBN 9781631498312, explores the complexities of faith through the biblical narrative of Abraham and Isaac. Delve into Kierkegaard's exploration of existential dilemmas as he grapples with the intense ethical and spiritual challenges of belief and sacrifice. Perfect for students, philosophers, and anyone interested in the roots of existentialism, this edition, published by W W Norton & Company in 2021, features 208 pages filled with thought-provoking content. Renowned Kierkegaard scholar Bruce H. Kirmmse provides an accessible translation and insightful introduction, making this classic more relevant than ever in today’s tumultuous times. Whether you are revisiting this timeless text or discovering it for the first time, 'Fear and Trembling' invites readers to contemplate the paradox of faith and the human condition. With free shipping for this item, please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Immerse yourself in this philosophical masterpiece, which has inspired generations of thinkers like Jean-Paul Sartre and W. H. Auden.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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ISBN: 9781631498312
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 208


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First published in 1843 under the pseudonym "Johannes de silentio" (John of Silence), Soren Kierkegaard's richly resonant Fear and Trembling has for generations stood as a pivotal text in the history of moral philosophy, inspiring such artistic and philosophical luminaries as Edvard Munch, W. H. Auden, Walter Benjamin, and existentialist Jean-Paul Sartre. Retelling the biblical story of the binding of Isaac, Kierkegaard expounds on the ordeal of Abraham, who was commanded to sacrifice his son in an exceptional test of faith. Disgusted at the self-certainty of his own age, Kierkegaard investigates the paradox underlying Abraham's decision to allow his duty to God to take precedence over his duties to his family.


Now, in a new era of immense uncertainty and dislocation, renowned Kierkegaard scholar Bruce H. Kirmmse, in his accessible translation and engaging introduction, eloquently brings this classic work to a new generation of readers, demonstrating Kierkegaard's enduring power to illuminate the terrible wonder of faith.