The Existentialist's Guide to Death, the Universe and Nothingness

Cox (philosophy, U of Birmingham) not only pulls from famous existential philosophers and thinkers but from modern day comedians and musicians in this entertaining and honest guide to living authentically within the framework of existentialist philosophy. This self-help work pulls no punches in its examination of the uncompromising existentialist philosophy of the human condition and how it applies to life, death, sex, being, nothingness, god, love, hate, freedom, sex, and anxiety, but is written with good humor. Short and accessible, the book is organized into pithy chapters on commonalities of human experience such as the areas mentioned above and others including childhood and children, emotions, responsibility, and other people. Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Gary Cox has a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Birmingham, UK, where he is also an Honorary Research Fellow.