Being and Time by Martin Heidegger
Being and Time is a seminal work that explores the concept of "being" through a detailed analysis of human existence. The book delves into existential and phenomenological thought, examining how humans relate to the world and their own existence. The author argues that people are always "being-in-the-world" and that understanding this fundamental state is crucial to comprehending the broader concept of being. The work also introduces the concept of "Dasein," a term used to describe the specific type of being that humans possess.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 59th on The 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the Century (National Review)
- 100 Most Influential Books of the Century (Boston Public Library)