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The Question Concerning Technology: And Other Essays

Martin Heidegger

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.


Book Details

  • Publisher: Harper Perennial
  • Publish Date: Dec 3rd, 2013
  • Pages: 224
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 7.90in - 5.30in - 0.70in - 0.40lb
  • EAN: 9780062290700
  • Categories: Ethics & Moral PhilosophySocial AspectsEssays

About the Author

Heidegger, Martin: -

Martin Heidegger (1889-1976) was born in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. He studied at the University of Freiburg and became a professor at the University of Marburg in 1932. After publishing his his magnum opus, Being and Time (1927), he returned to Freiburg to assume the chair of philosophy upon Husserl's retirement.

Praise for this book

"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