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The Question Concerning Technology - (Harper Perennial Modern Thought) by Martin Heidegger (Paperback)
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Highlights
- As relevant now as ever before, this accessible collection is an essential landmark in the philosophy of science from "one of the most profound thinkers of the twentieth century" (New York Times).
- Author(s): Martin Heidegger
- 224 Pages
- Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy
- Series Name: Harper Perennial Modern Thought
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About the Book
"A hardcover edition of this book was published in 1977 by Garland Publishing, Inc."--Title page verso.Book Synopsis
As relevant now as ever before, this accessible collection is an essential landmark in the philosophy of science from "one of the most profound thinkers of the twentieth century" (New York Times).
The advent of machine technology has given rise to some of the deepest problems of modern thought. Featuring the celebrated essay "The Question Concerning Technology," this prescient volume contains Martin Heidegger's groundbreaking investigation into the pervasive "enframing" character of our understanding of ourselves and the world.
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The advent of machine technology has given rise to some of the deepest problems of modern thought. Featuring the celebrated essay "The Question Concerning Technology," this prescient volume contains Martin Heidegger's groundbreaking investigation into the pervasive "enframing" character of our understanding of ourselves and the world. As relevant now as ever before, this collection is an essential landmark in the philosophy of science from "one of the most profound thinkers of the twentieth century" (New York Times).
Review Quotes
"One of the most profound thinkers of the 20th century" -- New York Times
"Among the most influential philosophers of modern times" -- Newsweek
"Possibly the greatest Western philosopher since Hegel." -- The Guardian