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  • The Legend of Zelda and Philosophy

    Link Outside the Box

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Unlock the Secrets of Hyrule with the Power of PhilosophyA groundbreaking and critically acclaimed masterpiece, The Legend of Zelda was released in Japan in 1986. That first entry spawned one of the greatest series in gaming history, leading up to Echoes of Wisdom in 2024. Link's quest to vanquish evil, unite the Triforce, and restore peace to Hyrule is at the heart of most Zelda games, but it's ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

  • Dune and Philosophy

    Minds, Monads, and Muad'Dib

    by William Irwin, Kevin S. Decker ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Explore the universe of Frank Herbert’s Dune in all its philosophical richness“He who controls the spice controls the universe.” Frank Herbert’s Dune saga is the epic story of Paul, son of Duke Leto Atreides, and heir to the massive fortune promised by the desert planet Arrakis and its vast reservoirs of a drug called “spice.” To control the spice, Paul and his mother Jessica, a devotee of the ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

  • The Meaning of Metallica

    Ride the Lyrics

    by William Irwin ...
    A serious look at the lyrics of metal’s biggest band, disentangling double meanings, explaining stories, uncovering sources, and illuminating themes such as hope, despair, rage, resilience, power, liberty, justice, love, death, and insanity.More than 40 years since their formation, and 125 million album sales later, Metallica is as relevant as ever. Much has been written about the band, but The ... Read more

    $12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Star Wars and Philosophy Strikes Back

    This Is the Way

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Should droids be free? Should clone troopers?What political and ethical ideas ground resistance and rebellion?What’s wrong with the way women are portrayed in Star Wars?Does Han Solo have a philosophical worldview?Was Galen Erso responsible for the destruction of Alderaan?Should you eat Baby Yoda?“This is the Way.” In Star Wars and Philosophy Strikes Back, the Way wends through entirely new ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Ted Lasso and Philosophy

    No Question Is Into Touch

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    An accessible and engaging journey through the philosophical themes and concepts of Ted LassoTed Lasso and Philosophy explores the hidden depths beneath the vibrant veneer of AppleTV's breakout, award-winning sitcom. Blending philosophical sophistication with winsome appreciation of this feel-good comedy, the collection features 20 original essays canvassing the breadth of the series and carefully ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Heroes and Philosophy

    Buy the Book, Save the World

    by William Irwin ...
    Series Book 4 - The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    The first unauthorized look at the philosophy behind Heroes, one of TV's most popular showsWhen ordinary individuals from around the world inexplicably develop superhuman abilities, they question who they are, struggle to cope with new responsibilities, and decide whether to use their new power for good or for evil. Every episode of Tim Kring's hit TV show Heroes is a philosophical quandary. ... Read more

    $20.99 CAD

  • Sons of Anarchy and Philosophy

    Brains Before Bullets

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    “Brains before bullets” – ancient and modern wisdom for “mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts”Essential reading for fans of the show, this book takes readers deeper into the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, the Teller-Morrow family, and the ethics that surround their lives and activities.Provides fascinating moral insights into Sons of Anarchy, its key characters, plot lines and ideasInvestigates ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

  • Veronica Mars and Philosophy

    Investigating the Mysteries of Life (Which is a Bitch Until You Die)

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Veronica Mars is a kick-ass private investigator, smart and street-wise. But what can her character tell us about larger life issues, such as knowledge and skepticism, trust and friendship, revenge, race, gender, and feminism? What makes her tick? And why is Logan such a sarcastic bad boy, anyway?Veronica Mars and Philosophy features a thought-provoking collection of essays centered on ... Read more

    $15.99 CAD

  • Saturday Night Live and Philosophy

    Deep Thoughts Through the Decades

    by William Irwin, Ruth Tallman, Jason Southworth ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    This hilarious cast of star philosophers will make you laugh while you think as they explore the moral conundrums, ridiculous paradoxes, and wild implications of Saturday Night LiveComedian-philosophers from Socrates to Sartre have always prodded and provoked us, critiquing our most sacred institutions and urging us to examine ourselves in the process. In Saturday Night Live and Philosophy, a star ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Avengers and Philosophy

    Earth's Mightiest Thinkers

    by William Irwin ...
    Series Book 46 - The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    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 ... Read more

    $23.99 CAD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Taylor Swift and Philosophy

    Essays from the Tortured Philosophers Department

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Explore the philosophical wisdom of Taylor Swift and her musicTaylor Swift is a “Mastermind” when it comes to relationships, songwriting, and performing sold-out stadium tours. But did you know that Taylor is also a philosophical mastermind?Taylor Swift and Philosophy is the first book to explore the philosophical topics that arise from Taylor Swift's life and music. Edited and authored by ... Read more

    $16.99 CAD

  • The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy

    Respect My Philosophah!

    by William Irwin ...
    Series series The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
    Enlightenment from the South Park gang faster than you can say, "Screw you guys, I'm going home"!The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy: Respect My Philosophah! presents a compilation of serious philosophical reflections on the twisted insights voiced by characters in TV’s most irreverent animated series.Offers readers a philosophically smart and candid approach to one of television’s most ... Read more

    $15.99 CAD