Collected Philosophical Papers (Phaenomenologica, 100)

This collection brings together some of the most important short texts of Emmanuel Levinas a major voice in twentieth century philosophical thought Translated by renowned philosopher Alphonso Lingis these writings originally appeared separately as lectures or in various journals over a period of thirty years Collected Philosophical Papers also includes a comprehensive introduction by Lingis a valuable tool for researchers and students of Levinas s philosophy Booknews Brings together some of the most important short texts of Emmanuel Levinas a major voice in 20th century philosophical thought These writings originally appeared separately as lectures and journal articles over a period of 30 years Essays introduce or clarify themes found throughout Levinas thought particularly his two most sweeping philosophical works Totality and Infinity and Otherwise than Being or Beyond Essence Includes an introduction to his philosophy by the translator First published in 1987 Annotation c by Book News Inc Portland Or