Explore the mind and world of the brilliant neurosurgeon-turned-Sorcerer Supreme Doctor Stephen Strange in time for release of The Avengers: Infinity War Essays from two-dozen philosophers illuminate
A philosophical look at HBO’s Westworld that charts a course through the maze of the mind, examining how we think about humans, hosts, and the divide between authentic and artificial life The f
The age-old question for every leader—how do we bring out the best in those we lead? Anyone who has run a company, raised a family, lead an army, or coached a team struggles to find the key to h
Investigating the trail of philosophical leads in HBO’s chilling True Detective series, an elite team of philosophers examine far-reaching riddles including human pessimism, Rust’s anti-na
How profound is a little plastic building block? It turns out the answer is “very”! 22 chapters explore philosophy through the world of LEGO which encompasses the iconic brick itself as we
Alien and Philosophy: I Infest, Therefore I Am presents a philosophical exploration of the world of Alien, the simultaneously horrifying and thought-provoking sci-fi horror masterpiece, and the film f
Wonder Woman and Philosophy: The Amazonian Mystique explores a wide range of philosophical questions surrounding the most popular female superhero of all time, from her creation as feminist propaganda
Although historians today turn increasingly to oral tradition as a source of data on the history of non-literate peoples, Paul Irwin cautions them against uncritical use of such evidence. In an attemp
House of Cards depicts our worst fears about politics today. Love him or loathe him, Frank Underwood has charted an inimitable course through Washington politics. He and his cohorts depict the darkest
"William Irwin has transcended ideology and tribalism to unite a set of ideas that, for the first time, could end the rancor between the Left and the Right by reminding each of their shared values. Th
PHILOSOPHY/POP CULTUREIs the Rebel Alliance a terrorist organization?What's it like to be a Jedi?Was it immoral to destroy the second Death Star?Should Jar Jar Binks be held responsible for the rise o
Considered a sign of the ‘coming of age’ of video games as an artistic medium, the award-winning BioShock franchise covers vast philosophical ground.BioShock and Philosophy: Irrational Game, Rational
Circuit analysis is the fundamental gateway course for computer and electrical engineering majors. Engineering Circuit Analysis has long been regarded as the most dependable textbook. Irwin and Nelms
Although historians today turn increasingly to oral tradition as a source of data on the history of non-literate peoples, Paul Irwin cautions them against uncritical use of such evidence. In an attemp
"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 phil
“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
Savor moments of Zen like never before, with our Senior Philosophical CorrespondentsThe Ultimate Daily Show and Philosophy is revised, expanded, and updated to probe deeper than ever before the philos
No doubt the years hunting monsters and saving the universe have had their toll on the Winchesters, but their toughest and most gruesome battles are contained in this book. Think Lucifer was diabolica
A threat to humanity portending the end of our species lurks in the cold recesses of space. Our only hope is an eleven-year-old boy.Celebrating the long-awaited release of the movie adaptation of Orso
Go beyond the cape and into the mind of the Man of Steel, in time for release of Zack Snyder's Man of Steel movie and Superman's 75th anniversaryHe has thrilled millions for 75 years, with a legacy th
A philosophical look at heavy metal's dark masters of reality, Black SabbathBlack Sabbath is one of the world's most influential and enduring rock bands. Dubbed "the Beatles of heavy metal" by Rolling
A philosophical exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved classic?just in time for the December 2012 release of Peter Jackson's new film adaptation, The Hobbit: An Unexpected JourneyJ.R.R. Tolkien's The
Untangle the complex web of philosophical dilemmas of Spidey and his worldin time for the release of The Amazing Spider-Man movieSince Stan Lee and Marvel introduced Spider-Man in Amazing Fantas
A lighthearted meditation on the philosophical quandaries of the hit television show The Big Bang TheoryEver wonder what Aristotle might say about the life Sheldon Cooper leads? Why Thomas Hobbes woul
Celebrate the Dude with an abiding look at the philosophy behind The Big LebowskiIs the Dude a bowling-loving stoner or a philosophical genius living the good life? Naturally, it's the latter, and The
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
An in-depth look at the philosophical issues behind HBO's Game of Thrones television series and the books that inspired itGeorge R.R. Martin's New York Times bestselling epic fantasy book series, A So
A philosophical exploration of Suzanne Collins's New York Times bestselling series, just in time for the release of The Hunger Games movieKatniss Everdeen is "the girl who was on fire," but she is als
A smart philosophical look at the cult hit television show, Arrested DevelopmentArrested Development earned six Emmy awards, a Golden Globe award, critical acclaim, and a loyal cult following?and then
A philosophical look at the movie Inception and its brilliant metaphysical puzzlesIs the top still spinning? Was it all a dream? In the world of Christopher Nolan's four-time Academy Award-winning mov
The essential companion to Stieg Larsson's bestselling trilogy and director David Fincher's 2011 film adaptationStieg Larsson's bestselling Millennium TrilogyThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The
The first look at the philosophy behind the Green Lantern comics—timed for the release of the Green Lantern movie in June 2011The most recent Green Lantern series—Blackest Night—prop
Expanded and up-to-date-the ultimate guide that explores meaning and philosophy of all six seasons of Lost Lost is more than just a popular television show; it's a complex examination of meaningful
"The Ultimate Harry Potter: Hogwarts for Muggles, is a fresh and distinctive report on the great ideas in the series. All the authors of these chapters have had the advantage of thinking through their
A fascinating exploration of the philosophy behind NBC’s hit TV series, 30 Rock With edgy writing and a great cast, 30 Rock is one of the funniest television shows on the air—and where hilarity ensue
A look at the philosophical underpinnings of the hit TV show, Mad Men With its swirling cigarette smoke, martini lunches, skinny ties, and tight pencil skirts, Mad Men is unquestionably one of the mo
The first look at the philosophical issues behind Charlaine Harris's New York Times bestsellers The Southern Vampire Mysteries and the True Blood television series Teeming with complex, mythical char
The first look at the philosophy behind the Iron Man comics and movies, timed for the release of Iron Man 2 in March 2010 On the surface, Iron Man appears to be a straightforward superhero, another r
The perfect companion to Lewis Carroll's classic book and director Tim Burton's March 2010 remake of Alice in Wonderland Alice s Adventures in Wonderland has fascinated children and adults alike for
An unauthorized look behind one of the greatest video game franchises of all time, Final Fantasy The Final Fantasy universe is packed with compelling characters and incredible storylines. In this boo
